tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21236801176359246242024-03-14T19:10:58.798+08:00StampsMalaysia Postage stamp, miniature sheets, first day covers and other philatelic products collection.Spirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.comBlogger112125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-11995309085800324302017-02-02T12:00:00.001+08:002017-02-02T12:00:11.034+08:00Malaysian Serama Stamp<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Pos Malaysia Bhd(Pos Malaysia)has chosen to issue stamps featuring the Malaysian Serama, a prominent breed of rooster known for its protruding chest, in conjunction with this year's Chinese New Year. Serama is a breed that originated in Malaysia within the last 50 years. <br />
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The previous Bantam issue was in 2001 where a set of stamps and 2 MS (perforated and imperforated) were issued. This was followed by a Phila Nippon ’01 Overprint.<br />
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The Malaysian Serama is the world's smallest chicken, weighing just around 350gm to 500gm. This pygmy chicken was first bred in the Malaysian state of Kelantan during the 1970's by cross-breeding local jungle fowl with various other chicken breeds such as the Japanese bantam and Malaysian bantam.<br />
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The most prominent feature of the Serama is its upright, well-developed and muscular body with a protruding chest. Its legs are fairly long and straight with perpendicular wings held down, levelling to the ground. The colours of their feathers range from red to white and black, but golden yellow, red, lemon, black red and yellow-browns are most desirable in Malaysia. The tail carriage is normally vertical and held upright with overlapping feathers in a shape that is known as ‘susun sirih’ in Malay, or overlapping betel leaves. The sickle feathers, which are prominent in the male Serama, are situated at the base of the tail. They are usually longer and come in pairs, which are of the same length and proportion. The head of the Serama is small and leaned backwards. Its comb is always red in colour, while its earlobes are sometimes red and white. Its curved beak is a combination of yellow and olive green and the same colour combination is observed on its feet.<br />
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There are in general eight categories of Serama in these competitions -- Serama A (adult male below 350gm), Serama B (adult male above 350gm - 500gm), Anak Serama (chicks) A & B, Serama Muda (young male), Serama Remaja (adolescent male), Serama Induk/betina (female) and Serama Tanpa Lawi or ABS (‘Ayam Belum Siap’ or adult male without sickle).<br />
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85sen : Serama A & Serama Remaja<br />
95sen : Serama B, Serama Induk & Anak Serama<br />
RM1.05 : Serama Muda & Serama Tanpa Lawi<br />
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<b>Miniature Sheet</b><br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCdwqlBYhOlHm18ArssR58HUMbCbU5d9wvVfn05lXY4ZF8X_jXqsAKw4dIE74y_7aDYlgG4hMtf9S73xB-Ulcgxj3Ezfrq_d8HmCsEsGNO654g4tOWdsJQbEeudmgjceWypIJ7-iBUI3tK/s1600/Folder.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCdwqlBYhOlHm18ArssR58HUMbCbU5d9wvVfn05lXY4ZF8X_jXqsAKw4dIE74y_7aDYlgG4hMtf9S73xB-Ulcgxj3Ezfrq_d8HmCsEsGNO654g4tOWdsJQbEeudmgjceWypIJ7-iBUI3tK/s320/Folder.jpg" width="235" /></a>The Chinese painting in the Miniature Sheet depicts the auspicious traits of the traditional rooster with a large red crown and long, curved sickle in a cock-crowing position. The upright stance, protruding chest and golden-yellow colour are the typical desired traits of the Malaysian Serama. The Chinese character reads 'Jin Ji Bao Xi, Yi Ming Tian Xia Bai', which means 'The golden rooster calls, to announce the dawn and celebration of a glorious new day"<br />
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First Day Cover with Stamp RM3.35<br />
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First Day Cover with Miniature Sheet RM3.50<br />
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First Day Cover with Miniature Sheet RM8.50<br />
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Miniature Sheet RM3.00<br />
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Miniature Sheet RM8.00<br />
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Folder RM 6.00<br />
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The designer is Reign Associates Sdn Bhd (Mr KY Lim).<br />
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Chinese Painting by: Dr Wong Kum Peng<br />
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<b>Acknowledgements :</b><br />
Kelab Serama Selangor & Kuala Lumpur<br />
Serama Zam Subang (Norzamini Tukiban)<br />
The Art of Serama Malaysia (Lee Kok Hoong)<br />
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<br />Spirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-67332624547960016792011-12-12T19:19:00.000+08:002012-01-01T19:36:58.239+08:00Royal Institution StampPos Malaysia issues limited royal institution stamp collection<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VQAitZzUROg/TwBEygv2U-I/AAAAAAAACv0/9dQ3eFcF3QM/s1600/Royal+Institution+-+Gandik+Diraja+Stamp.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="164" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VQAitZzUROg/TwBEygv2U-I/AAAAAAAACv0/9dQ3eFcF3QM/s200/Royal+Institution+-+Gandik+Diraja+Stamp.jpg" width="200" /></a><br />
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xBm7ItfqI0E/TwBEvnSBsII/AAAAAAAACvs/Fc22rYKshyk/s1600/Royal+Institution+-+Pending+Diraja+Stamp.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="165" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xBm7ItfqI0E/TwBEvnSBsII/AAAAAAAACvs/Fc22rYKshyk/s200/Royal+Institution+-+Pending+Diraja+Stamp.jpg" width="200" /></a>Malaysia is a federal constitutional elective monarchy. The system of government is closely modelled on that of the Westminster parliamentary system, a legacy of British colonial rule. The head of state is the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, commonly referred to as the king. The Yang di-Pertuan Agong is elected to a five-year term by and from among the nine hereditary rulers of the Malay states; the other four states, which have titular Governors, do not participate in the selection. By informal agreement the position is systematically rotated among the nine, and has been held by Mizan Zainal Abidin of Terengganu since 2007. The Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s role has been mostly ceremonial since changes to the constitution in 1994.<br />
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-AliYgkp0w4w/TwBEqWCZZLI/AAAAAAAACvk/2idW0p_ZrHw/s1600/Royal+Institution+-+Singgahsana+Stamp.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="166" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-AliYgkp0w4w/TwBEqWCZZLI/AAAAAAAACvk/2idW0p_ZrHw/s200/Royal+Institution+-+Singgahsana+Stamp.jpg" width="200" /></a>Legislative power is divided between federal and state legislatures. The bicameral federal parliament consists of the lower house, the House of Representatives and the upper house, the Senate. The 222-member House of Representatives is elected for a maximum term of five years from single-member constituencies, which are determined based on population. All 70 senators sit for three-year terms; 26 are elected by the 13 state assemblies, and the remaining 44 are appointed by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong upon the Prime Minister’s recommendation. The parliament follows a multi-party system and the government is elected through a first-past-the-post system. Since independence Malaysia has been governed by a multi-party coalition known as the Barisan Nasional.<br />
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Pos Malaysia is to sell from 12 December 2011, a stamp and philatelic collection on the theme of the institution of the monarchy, showcasing three items of the royal regalia. Pos Malaysia Berhad Group Chief Operating Officer Shukrie Salleh said the company was honoured to produce exclusive stamps, envelopes, first-day covers and folders on the royal institution.<br />
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The special stamps, measuring 50mm x 40mm, depict the Royal Tiara (60 sen), Royal Waist-Buckle (80 sen) and the Royal Throne (90 sen) and can be purchased from post offices nationwide.<br />
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Folders are priced at RM5.50 each and can only be obtained from selected post offices. "We hope Pos Malaysia's efforts will encourage an appreciation for the history and heritage of Malaysia's royal institution," he said at a news conference here today.<br />
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cSkjAo17CRU/TwBCMRJtcpI/AAAAAAAACu8/O113-EQHpEk/s1600/Royal+Institution+First+Day+Cover.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="141" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cSkjAo17CRU/TwBCMRJtcpI/AAAAAAAACu8/O113-EQHpEk/s320/Royal+Institution+First+Day+Cover.jpg" width="320" /></a>Meanwhile, Pos Malaysia Stamp and Philately Unit chief Yasmin Ramli said the items of the royal regalia found on these exclusive stamps had been gazetted as national heritage on March 16, 2009. "Pos Malaysia targets local and foreign stamp collectors to purchase this edition as it is limited and will not be reprinted. "The royal institution stamp collection is the last for this year, whereby 14 collections have already been issued. We will continue issuing various stamp collections next year," she added.<br />
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Stamp Value :60sen, 80sen, 90sen<br />
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Stamp Sheet<br />
Sheet Content :20 Stamps<br />
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Paper :SPM Watermarked, Phosphor Coated<br />
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Printing Process :Offset<br />
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Printer :National Security Printer<br />
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Stamp Designer :Prof. Dato' Raja Zahabuddin Raja Yaacob<br />
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First Day Cover<br />
First Day Cover Value : 50 Sen<br />
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Folder<br />
Folder Value :RM5.50<br />
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Poster <br />
First Day Cover (with stamps)<br />
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Date of Issue 12-Dec-2011<br />
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<br />Spirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-950651041073049942009-12-26T23:01:00.002+08:002009-12-26T23:02:41.672+08:00Malaysia Stamp Issue 2010<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh9HrWsRsPL5jgabyL8ebQEMDFWe4h0kBEImVgPMCsama7By8NSoItvENjOTfN0vaDPobE3boI4ykjx1qJYfBuRkR9l8xjj70rTS0Il155NJ8V29qVMyvEWPwqQXxuTCerf2RSqJiTpHIu/s1600-h/Stamp+Issues+Schedule+For+2010.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 253px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh9HrWsRsPL5jgabyL8ebQEMDFWe4h0kBEImVgPMCsama7By8NSoItvENjOTfN0vaDPobE3boI4ykjx1qJYfBuRkR9l8xjj70rTS0Il155NJ8V29qVMyvEWPwqQXxuTCerf2RSqJiTpHIu/s320/Stamp+Issues+Schedule+For+2010.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419560394065221378" border="0" /></a>Source: Pos Malaysia<br />A glimpse of the Malaysian stamps scheduled for year 2010 - the Year of the Tiger. Note: Stamp issues and dates are tentative and often subject to last minute changes.<br /><br />Malaysian Currency - January 5<br /><br />1 Malaysia Collection - Month of January<br /><br />Malaysia-Korea Joint Issue (Tiger) - February 23<br /><br />Ferns - March 10<br /><br />Local Markets - March 23<br /><br />Medical Excellence - April 7<br /><br />Firefly - May 10<br /><br />Malayan Railways - June 1<br /><br />Threatened Habitats - June 21<br /><br />Orang Asli - July 7<br /><br />Brave Warrior - July 31<br /><br />Traditional Festive Food - August 10<br /><br />Highland Tourist Spot - September 27<br /><br />Post Office - October 9<br /><br />Traditional Games - October 18<br /><br />Children's Pet - November 20<br /><br />Malaysia-Iran Joint Issue - December 22Spirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-69417436617686735582009-12-07T22:32:00.001+08:002010-01-11T07:40:20.747+08:00Arachnids Stamps<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_1Q6wR0wNnFOKnWyqnpdGhHrQrqMQGydZONnUIbwKtETaZOqC7wWxMUSkAAIVU7QdrS8ykgUjsySS9YOvx4hl_xwYkmW6fdynQTeVTJ36YjqULNtf47CBc3judAudr38znf7C8J8VCcBR/s1600-h/Arachnid+Stamp.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 54px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_1Q6wR0wNnFOKnWyqnpdGhHrQrqMQGydZONnUIbwKtETaZOqC7wWxMUSkAAIVU7QdrS8ykgUjsySS9YOvx4hl_xwYkmW6fdynQTeVTJ36YjqULNtf47CBc3judAudr38znf7C8J8VCcBR/s320/Arachnid+Stamp.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5425260097649476290" border="0" /></a>Malaysia post issued a set of four stamps featuring various spiders found in the country. The spiders are Fighting Spider, Curved Spiny Spider, St Andrew’s Cross Spider, Golden Orb-web Spider some of which are poisonous also.<br /><br />Thiania bhamoensis:<br />The species is iridescent green-blue. Females are more green, males more blue. From the front view, the female’s face are black. And the males are white.<br /><br />These spiders build a silken retreat by binding a pair of green leaves together, where they rest, moult and lay their eggs, which is<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZCplAAyxd1R6-qn91J6uOkcf2oDzilXyZAkwutJxsPlcQJzLMQ5bY9uH-Ef8XPUkrjHBxRv3lpTkYV1dy-d_0QEk3oHdKWZ3Dk2jQjULQqMxU3xLmVbm5o_j1H2paWuS-OlAm9CKOA3Ba/s1600-h/Arachnid+Miniature+Sheet.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZCplAAyxd1R6-qn91J6uOkcf2oDzilXyZAkwutJxsPlcQJzLMQ5bY9uH-Ef8XPUkrjHBxRv3lpTkYV1dy-d_0QEk3oHdKWZ3Dk2jQjULQqMxU3xLmVbm5o_j1H2paWuS-OlAm9CKOA3Ba/s320/Arachnid+Miniature+Sheet.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5425260103545344162" border="0" /></a> unusual for a jumping spider. Making a single rivet to attach the leaves takes about half an hour. About four to ten rivets are arranged in a roughly elliptical manner. These nests are built by both sexes and juveniles. Although T. bhamoensis can be found on many kinds of plants, it most often chooses Crinum asiaticum (spider lily).<br /><br />Because two males will readily fight each other, either in a natural setting, or if put together, they are commonly known as “fighting spider” in South-east Asia. These spiders are commonly kept in matchboxes with a piece of green leaf and a spat of saliva for moisture. A spider that wins fight after fight gets the status of “first king”.<br /><br />Gasteracantha arcuata:<br />Spiders of the Gasteracantha genus build vertical orb-webs with an open hub which are easily recognised. They have a hard, flat body armed with three pairs of spines on the edge of the abdomen. The spinnerets are elevated on a large projection and surrounded by a sclerotised ring-like structure.<br /><br />In Singapore, the spider can be found only among tree branches on Bukit Timah Hill.<br /><br />Argiope versicolor:<br />This species appears very similar to Argiope pulchella. Both have a pentagonal abdomen. The flat, oval, whitish egg-sac has a papery texture and is often suspended near the web. Argiope spiders make webs which are suspended vertically 1-2 metres from the ground.<br /><br />The web of mature female spiders of this genus can be easily recognised by the X-shaped zigzag bands of white silk in the centre of the web.<br /><br />The brilliantly coloured spider with silvery hair on the carapace sits head down in the centre of the web, and holds its legs in pairs in such a way that they appear to be aligned to the four arms of the letter ‘X’. The males are dull in colour and like the females, have the habit of pairing their legs. Their webs are, however, decorated by a lace-like centre, instead of white bands in the shape of the letter ‘X’.<br /><br />Nephila maculata:<br />The Golden Orb Web Spider is not the largest spider, but makes the largest and strongest web. It gets its name from the golden colour of its silk.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHxGTTo4gpF2G5LXJAdPg9HBSxIuYp7bBOxu0zlUpvKeFzot7d-6ikD-WQXwIHssTmmAfvV5PtIjHrtZjant2ple2OXNAwY0wfGXpIkkhgx8zAI33aujslVUiq7-HPXGT9YCMHpeMpvfxJ/s1600-h/Arachnids+FDC2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 159px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHxGTTo4gpF2G5LXJAdPg9HBSxIuYp7bBOxu0zlUpvKeFzot7d-6ikD-WQXwIHssTmmAfvV5PtIjHrtZjant2ple2OXNAwY0wfGXpIkkhgx8zAI33aujslVUiq7-HPXGT9YCMHpeMpvfxJ/s320/Arachnids+FDC2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419556525915101826" border="0" /></a><br />The web can run from the top of a tree 6m high and up to 2m wide. Unlike other spider webs, the Golden Orb Web Spider’s web is not dismantled often and can last several years.<br />Designed to catch large flying insects, the web is slightly angled. It is not a perfect wheel and is usually off-centre. To make its web, the spider releases a thin thread into the wind. When it catches on something, the spider walks along it trailing a stronger non-sticky thread. It repeats the process in the centre of the line to form a strong Y-frame. Around this, it spins the rest of the web out of sticky capture silk.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_yxxOoLKowJR8sS4gsHeuewre1NY8kSye-BE_7n_j4MQnT5IqKuUeCTpVW8slqm52jBtk9Uh1jq9yHfdnrd7OJlPT77PsJVhlFLP6mwTvMU50r96OPzH3bzfY7dFw8fFQNfJcCPWRnHBj/s1600-h/Arachnids+FDC.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 162px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_yxxOoLKowJR8sS4gsHeuewre1NY8kSye-BE_7n_j4MQnT5IqKuUeCTpVW8slqm52jBtk9Uh1jq9yHfdnrd7OJlPT77PsJVhlFLP6mwTvMU50r96OPzH3bzfY7dFw8fFQNfJcCPWRnHBj/s320/Arachnids+FDC.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419556523390523858" border="0" /></a><br />The silk is so strong that it can trap small birds, which the spider doesn’t eat. These trapped creatures often destroy the web by thrashing around. To avoid such damage, the spider often leaves a line of insect husks on its web (like the safety strip across glass doors!); or builds smaller barrier webs around the main web.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Technical Details</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXfyt1BPUYhLbV7QIwfL1V4ixcIX39PihsmH5xVHGnrQcWOkoDzCYhVouixIhIz0193v6rP3VFkLHSbUGgk3vpJ8IbrHVg2zOZbRCqvp3LMGhKRAj3rt5T0w4sRe9hLmgmxBUCvs6PlDnh/s1600-h/ARACHNID+_+SPIDER+Miniature+Folder.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 238px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXfyt1BPUYhLbV7QIwfL1V4ixcIX39PihsmH5xVHGnrQcWOkoDzCYhVouixIhIz0193v6rP3VFkLHSbUGgk3vpJ8IbrHVg2zOZbRCqvp3LMGhKRAj3rt5T0w4sRe9hLmgmxBUCvs6PlDnh/s320/ARACHNID+_+SPIDER+Miniature+Folder.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419556042854761714" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Date of Issue</span> : 7th December 2009<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stamp Value</span> : 30 sen (2 Designs), 50 sen & RM1<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sheet Content </span>: 20 Stamps<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Miniature Sheet Size</span> : RM5 (Embossed)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">First Day Cover Value</span> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Perforation 14</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Paper Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printing Process Lithography</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printer </span>: Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Designer </span>: Teh Yew KiangSpirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-29813846843011741532009-11-24T00:10:00.006+08:002010-01-11T07:47:58.465+08:00State Definitive Series - Special Collection Garden Flowers Stamps<img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 320px; display: block; height: 274px;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418470579999525490" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCw_4DiRN8u_rw8xNaRbcBUqJsjdLkUofB0sict5_bQV23Pn11LwyMtFXNyzzgbit-bXXwlj6PeHytzyRdy2a4_CLl-W7KigQBbm-0Oks-zhxS8PXT7Xe_DhXXanpcdDzuhHRYOADY0i8J/s320/State+Definitive+Series+Special+Collection+_+Garden+Flowers+_+Wilayah+Persekutuan.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br />The State Definitive Series - Special Collection is a special and limited collection where all the six denomination of each state definitive stamps featuring Garden Flowers issued on 31st December 2007 is available in 14 separate mini sheets according to each state. This collection comprises of 14 mini stamp sheets in a specially designed envelope and a first day cover.<br /><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 320px; display: block; height: 165px;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418470242491987042" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6snCRi6NqIN_9WtkTTrVChoDInfYIxiE8bCGjm2htulaWGNP5nV8_hd0gYfAfZ-KSmp6Ur-PoFM1AhU5Yt_nfRom1zoDTkz7eiYIFf-8FNtw7M-QZUrA_hCRPbzo15qwA41bKkwwGLGkx/s320/State+Definitive+Series+Special+Collection+_+Garden+Flowers+_+Cover.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br />5 sen Stamp<br /><br />The 5 sen stamp features the sacred lotus (Nelumbium nelumbo) which is an aquatic perennial that can grow up to a height of 6 metres depending on the depth of the swamp or creek it grows in. The roots are planted firmly in the mud beneath the water surface and is attached to a long stem with large circular leaves that float on the water surface. the pink lotus flower at the top end of the stem blooms early in the morning and wilt by the end of daylight. The fruit is a conical shaped pod with seeds arranged in the holes. The flower, seeds, young leaves and rhizomes are edible, while the big mature leaves are commonly used to wrap steamed food.<br /><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 320px; display: block; height: 272px;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418470573971903410" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQL_uXga1xTTHi9F6EPBCuyARf0pZfE2i3acEegWFF68AJUZyihP4PbSRKnsh8NDBQZF6Neiq3LAoC0sQFz_petmZT8_ruV-oX_VZrAFuX9JcYngsbh5JESx9A5L6R8PB9N4RknpjZM6gh/s320/State+Definitive+Series+Special+Collection+_+Garden+Flowers+_+Negeri+Sembilan.jpg" border="0" /><br />The lotus plant has great significance in Eastern religions and is especially sacred to Buddhism as it represents reincarnation.<br /><br />The garden flower state definitives were re-issued on November 24, 2009 from the original ones issued on December 31, 2007. The major change between the original ones and the re-issued ones is the change of portrait of ruler for Negeri Sembilan, though the design of the other states remain similar. The orignal Negeri Sembilan garden flower state definitives employed the portrait of Tuanku Jaafar while the re-issued ones used the portrait of Tuanku Muhriz. Actually, there was a stamp issue to commemorate the installation of Tuanku Muhriz as the 11th Yang Dipertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan on October 26, 2009.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Technical Details</span> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5HSFFYQ967c8au58ygLQ8l8i5IxhhiPXvB4V4xPr-RfOG2kgWtRS8TtYYWHWboWTP18AWWl8PhSlezUXQp9xUtygmJQ7omLJLc67mxFN5KMhr4MQFCPvVFuNGvkiweW3a6iQedIyiJDlg/s1600-h/the+small+cute+envelop+containing+14+mini+sheetlets.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px 0px 10px 10px; width: 320px; float: right; height: 266px;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418467075034602850" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5HSFFYQ967c8au58ygLQ8l8i5IxhhiPXvB4V4xPr-RfOG2kgWtRS8TtYYWHWboWTP18AWWl8PhSlezUXQp9xUtygmJQ7omLJLc67mxFN5KMhr4MQFCPvVFuNGvkiweW3a6iQedIyiJDlg/s320/the+small+cute+envelop+containing+14+mini+sheetlets.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Date of Issue</span> : 24th November 2009<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stamp Value</span> : 5s, 10s, 20s, 30s, 40s & 50sen<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sheet Content</span> : 6 Stamps<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Set of 14 Sheets</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">First Day Cover Value</span> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Perforation 14</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Paper </span>: Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printing </span>: Process Lithography<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printer </span>: Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Designer</span> : Dato Prof Raja Zahabuddin bin Raja YaacobSpirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-1496657412659109882009-10-26T01:16:00.002+08:002010-01-11T07:45:46.299+08:00Coronation of HRH Sultan of Negeri Sembilan Stamp<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Ysv36pa2kgwP4PcHWogAASnjofGgockBM4XkieT8lKptkZyb0RUoZs7ZbZp5R86TlVrmOBngXGDP6oDuI2PsDRxeUpbTacehVQeSeW5fEwgUsCBWDC_iGKJ_XL8FnD93IDAzNkhEbSGb/s1600-h/Coronation+of+HRH+Sultan+of+Negeri+Sembilan+Stamp.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 238px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Ysv36pa2kgwP4PcHWogAASnjofGgockBM4XkieT8lKptkZyb0RUoZs7ZbZp5R86TlVrmOBngXGDP6oDuI2PsDRxeUpbTacehVQeSeW5fEwgUsCBWDC_iGKJ_XL8FnD93IDAzNkhEbSGb/s320/Coronation+of+HRH+Sultan+of+Negeri+Sembilan+Stamp.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5425261548942786066" border="0" /></a>Stamps in honour of ruler<br /><br />The first day covers and stamps to commemorate the installation of the 11th Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negri Sembilan, Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir, will be launched today.<br /><br />The commemorative stamps and first day covers launch will be held together with a royal exhibition at the Istana Lama Seri Menanti here.<br /><br />The month-long exhibition, organised by the Negri Sembilan Museum Board (LMNS), will display photographs of the royal family and historical materials from the days of Tuanku Muhriz's father, the late Tuanku Munawir Tuanku Abdul Rahman.<br /><br />LMNS director Shamsudin Ahmad said the stamps would be a valuable collection for local and foreign stamp enthusiasts, besides the opportunity to learn more about the royal family at the exhibition.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDXvScl-WqgQIbqdWTHqeC7zqGOi__h7Umq1bwUf72ETbibSr-KFxt8KdY0gyouvZ1yqA2VmHCzvORuKllO8ZamwlrabpbvnVc7iI6_T-lZjhAxscKEA9eTlJTTzv1y0CZOQbvsd-ebePA/s1600-h/Coronation+of+HRH+Sultan+of+Negeri+Sembilan+-+FDC.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 159px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDXvScl-WqgQIbqdWTHqeC7zqGOi__h7Umq1bwUf72ETbibSr-KFxt8KdY0gyouvZ1yqA2VmHCzvORuKllO8ZamwlrabpbvnVc7iI6_T-lZjhAxscKEA9eTlJTTzv1y0CZOQbvsd-ebePA/s320/Coronation+of+HRH+Sultan+of+Negeri+Sembilan+-+FDC.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5398814860521625138" border="0" /></a><br />"This is of one of the most significant royal occasions in the state in many years.<br /><br />"Visitors will get a glimpse into the life and history of Tuanku Muhriz and his family."<br /><br /><br />The exhibition will be open to the public from 9am to 6pm.<br /><br />Among other events lined up for the royal celebration is a week-long handicraft carnival and exhibition of the state's history, which begins today at the Terachi Culture and Handicraft Centre, located near the palace.<br /><br />Visitors and locals can also enjoy local films, including Jangan Pandang Belakang and Congkak, organised by the state National Culture and Arts Department (JKKN) and Malaysian National Film Development Corporation a<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVgpWv_VYVaJzbec23WX5msVBclbwR9rJMqJbbO62qdywTEn5CfxqJnVNSBQ3UmRUCdJtDjz2OF1LXigIv94CBO1ChAHpOwCAZ9HBFyo4bkwloppjT-L83zAP6Um7Op89hAkyYyFmF5FlS/s1600-h/folder.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 234px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVgpWv_VYVaJzbec23WX5msVBclbwR9rJMqJbbO62qdywTEn5CfxqJnVNSBQ3UmRUCdJtDjz2OF1LXigIv94CBO1ChAHpOwCAZ9HBFyo4bkwloppjT-L83zAP6Um7Op89hAkyYyFmF5FlS/s320/folder.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5398814866011745154" border="0" /></a>t the Seri Menanti field.<br /><br />The screenings start from 8pm today.<br /><br />State JKKN deputy director Rahmat Md Noh said today's screening would be the first of a series of programmes, including cultural performances and concerts, lined up for the royal celebration.<br /><br />The istiadat bersiram (royal bathing ceremony) will be held tomorrow, where Tuanku Muhriz and his consort, Tunku Ampuan Besar Negri Sembilan Tuanku Aishah Rohani Tengku Besar Mahmud, will be carried out of the Istana Besar Seri Menanti on a takhta rencana (royal carriage).<br /><br />They will be taken to the panca persada (ceremonial dais), where the royal bathing ceremony, conducted by the orang empat istana (senior ceremonial officials), will take place.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Technical Details</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Date of Issue</span> : 26th October 2009<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stamp Value</span> : 30 sen, 50 sen RM1<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sheet Content</span> : 20 Values<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">First Day Cover Value</span> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Perforation</span> : 14<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Paper </span>: Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printing Process</span> Lithography<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printer </span>: Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Designer </span>: Royal Malaysian NavySpirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-91920373151111836022009-10-09T00:37:00.004+08:002010-01-11T07:43:00.079+08:00Caring Society Stamp<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWU7PUQeFveuowT_vRZqsaKa-5h0zBr8chisYF82STfSwJNS_KEtvSjcZ28luW7ZcBDTq1gSPIWATOTGCkxSEI7w3RfpXMe5tdyWZTu7UdHugmAMuhT5OU5yCPnoLK6LEb9FafoIV8ebNa/s1600-h/Caring+Society+Stamp.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 169px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWU7PUQeFveuowT_vRZqsaKa-5h0zBr8chisYF82STfSwJNS_KEtvSjcZ28luW7ZcBDTq1gSPIWATOTGCkxSEI7w3RfpXMe5tdyWZTu7UdHugmAMuhT5OU5yCPnoLK6LEb9FafoIV8ebNa/s320/Caring+Society+Stamp.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5425260839520249026" border="0" /></a>2009 is the 20th anniversary of the Convention on the Rights of the the Child (CRC). This legally binding treaty calls on all citizens of the world, from its leaders to each and every one of us to live up to our duties to ensure every child survives and thrives, free from hunger, want, neglect and abuse.<br /><br />The CRC demands from every one of us , as part of a caring society, to place children at the heart of human development. Not only because this offers a strong return on our investment; nor because of the vulnerability of childhood calls upon our compassion; but rather because that is every child's right.<br /><br /><br />30 sen stamps<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Right to Play</span><br /><br />Play and participation are critical rights for every child. It facilitates creativity, individuality and social, physical and intellectual growth. There are children however who are deprived of play due to conflict, disease and exploitation. Building safe social and physical environment must be a priority so all children can play and develop into caring citizens free to participate in shaping their own societies.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Right to Food</span><br /><br />Every child born into this world has a right to survive. Nutritious food and clean water are amongst the most essential needs to ensure a child's good heaalth to develop mentally and physically. Universal and sustainable food security is part and parcel of protecting this right for children and their families.<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Right to Learn</span><br /><br />The ABCs are the beginning of a brighter future for every child. The opportunity to learn and benefit from development must be the right of all children, regardless of gender, ethnicity, economic background, disability, citizenship or HIV status. Only when every single child is able to read and write can we truly begin to reduce poverty and guarantee true human progress for all communities.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Right to Protection</span><br /><br />Every child has the right to grow up safe, free from abuse, neglect, exploitation and discrimination. Yet many experience violence in their childhood, their homes and families, schools, care systems and communities. Giving our children a happy childhood is only possible when society unites to openly confront violence and to defend children's right to protection.<br /><br />RM1 stamp<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Born with Rights</span><br /><br />Children are the seeds of a country's future. For them to grow and realize the fullest potential, a conducive environment for their development and growth must first be set in place. The Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) helps create this environment for children aged 18 and below by setting the standards for their health care, education , as well as legal, civil and social services.<br /><br />To ensure that children are accorded their rights as enshrined in the CRC, Article 45 of the CRC itself mandates that UNICEF play the most important role of all; Help foster the implementation of the rights of the child.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjinOXr0xc-wLWpqsy2SfasGrm32wE2i0ToJZYYADHy614phPpCDgM19z8yfF8tQrXFoshm9nR5jyvccYe927iqLK9eMgLgb4JPhhhy0GfZsmemI6GtcgRbNdDRxY-oEY21Zkos7XP1PR2D/s1600-h/Caring+Society+Cover.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 178px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjinOXr0xc-wLWpqsy2SfasGrm32wE2i0ToJZYYADHy614phPpCDgM19z8yfF8tQrXFoshm9nR5jyvccYe927iqLK9eMgLgb4JPhhhy0GfZsmemI6GtcgRbNdDRxY-oEY21Zkos7XP1PR2D/s320/Caring+Society+Cover.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418475083951433010" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Technical Details</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRbsstmbJCKiUsCNJGjA6o3YETTxO0xb4MXL77tGv3kS2jk9Gi2109MKYMOIpp0C85rUMQd4UOYufcIOO4Kmmyckg88goRI5QEW-SosxuRjVrusf1QsPpvLA5hMcL_NBtB3CBq6mgo3OJf/s1600-h/Caring+Society+Folder.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 314px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRbsstmbJCKiUsCNJGjA6o3YETTxO0xb4MXL77tGv3kS2jk9Gi2109MKYMOIpp0C85rUMQd4UOYufcIOO4Kmmyckg88goRI5QEW-SosxuRjVrusf1QsPpvLA5hMcL_NBtB3CBq6mgo3OJf/s320/Caring+Society+Folder.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418474344370609154" border="0" /></a>s<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Date of Issue</span> : 9th October 2009<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stamp Value</span> : 30 sen (Block of 4 designs), RM1 (Braille Embossed)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sheet Conten</span>t : 20 Values<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">First Day Cover Value</span> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Perforation 14</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Paper </span>: Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printing </span>: Process Lithography<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printer </span>: Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Designer </span>: TBWA\TequilaSpirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-343661298133467022009-09-09T00:58:00.003+08:002009-12-24T01:03:06.927+08:00Energy Efficient Buildings Stamps<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkhEh_oM0lgzfrteyoL6uCnErfmGvy4P8OmaDPMCyZ9NQ3ZryWrMtftjAxa5PtUy3kcpIDbJhNGX5WNb23K7UdFf-KGh6E0lFO87-Ogmwobuu7NmNH4CQCH2MEAoWQGDG4xO6OtkDMKM_n/s1600-h/Energy+Efficient+Buildings+Stamps.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 174px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkhEh_oM0lgzfrteyoL6uCnErfmGvy4P8OmaDPMCyZ9NQ3ZryWrMtftjAxa5PtUy3kcpIDbJhNGX5WNb23K7UdFf-KGh6E0lFO87-Ogmwobuu7NmNH4CQCH2MEAoWQGDG4xO6OtkDMKM_n/s320/Energy+Efficient+Buildings+Stamps.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418478172860664434" border="0" /></a>Global warming has become a matter of great concern worldwide. One of the major contributor to the problem is uncontrolled release of global warming agent, carbon dioxide (CO2).The harmful CO2 which is also a greenhouse gas is released into the atmosphere each time the power plant generate electricity. One of the ways to address this issue is by building innovative sustainable buildings or buildings that use energy efficiently. Efficient use of energy will reduce the rate of harmful CO2 emission and contribute towards a better environment.<br /><br />Building are responsible for approximately 40% of the greenhouse gas emission into the environment due to the embodied energy used during its construction and operation. The lifespan of a building is normally up to a half century or more. The longer its lifespan, the higher accumulated energy is used and more CO2 is released into the atmosphere.<br /><br />The degree of energy efficiency of a building is normally measured and compared in Building Energy Index (BEI). The BEI is expressed in total energy used, which is normally the total kWH of electricity per square metre per annum (kWh/m2/year) of the building's net area. An energy efficient building should aim for a lower BEI. In Malaysia, the recommended BEI of an energy efficient building is not more than 100 kWh/m2/year.<br /><br />30 sen stamp<br /><br />The Green Energy Office (GEO) building is the first government building design with capability to generate its own energy from green energy sources. It has been designed to demonstrate the extent to which energy efficiency (EE) features can be exploited to achieve a low Building Energy Index (BEI) and incorporates extensive use of renewable energy through the use of solar photovoltaic power generation. The objective of the building project is to demonstrate the intensive use of EE in lowering the energy consumption and RE to generate most of the energy needs from green energy source. This is based on the economic and fuel price scenario within the next 10 to 15 years.<br /><br />50 sen stamp<br /><br />The Low Energy Office (LEO) building is the first government energy efficient building designed in 2001 with integrated EE features. The objective of the building project is to demonstrate the feasibility of an EE building without compromising user's comfort with current economic scenario. A number of known and proven energy efficiency technologies has been incorporated into the design of the building and has achieved it Building Energy Index of 100 kWh/m2/year.<br /><br /><br />RM1 stamp<br /><br />The Diamond Building is the first government building to be designed with integrated green building features. It is designed to have a Building Energy Index (BEI) of 85 kWh/m2/year as well as to incorporate solar photovoltaic system to generate clean electricity upon its completion in 2010.<br /><br />A special feature of the building is the "inverted pyramid" concept, which creates extensive shading of the building to reduce heat gained from the sides of the building. It will also enhance the use of daylight to minimise the use of artificial lighting. The cost-effective Diamond Building received provisional "Green Building Index Platinum" rating based on its unique design and green building features.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDaMMCEkw93XSByXg8I4n-ViY_pCtB-z84WUBVtuzHk8cPip1u_JVhmlXp4jcQ6JY46Lo-d84b2LRBVZYRswniA139oouJFZhU8yOt9xklyio2YugeSi2dq0PvRJHFAOv_w2FYm4Vhx4SK/s1600-h/Energy+Efficient+Buildings+Cover.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 169px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDaMMCEkw93XSByXg8I4n-ViY_pCtB-z84WUBVtuzHk8cPip1u_JVhmlXp4jcQ6JY46Lo-d84b2LRBVZYRswniA139oouJFZhU8yOt9xklyio2YugeSi2dq0PvRJHFAOv_w2FYm4Vhx4SK/s320/Energy+Efficient+Buildings+Cover.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418477977853889026" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Technical Details</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9ZFqyl8R-jvyInefmdU7HzYWJMTLa3XUyOAMkQx9misZXcw1WELUM1geO4k1t4ZShrE6tlWtHOz3tOzLDx7PlqPORi2zpc3dCrH3_arHNTYXwbILu2jPjb0dTigbUpkLeJsUo8cNj0hta/s1600-h/Energy+Efficient+Buildings+Folder.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 257px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9ZFqyl8R-jvyInefmdU7HzYWJMTLa3XUyOAMkQx9misZXcw1WELUM1geO4k1t4ZShrE6tlWtHOz3tOzLDx7PlqPORi2zpc3dCrH3_arHNTYXwbILu2jPjb0dTigbUpkLeJsUo8cNj0hta/s320/Energy+Efficient+Buildings+Folder.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418477871941589250" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Date of Issue</span> : 9th September 2009<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stamp Value</span> : 30 sen, 50 sen & RM1<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sheet Conten</span>t : 20 Values<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">First Day Cover Value</span> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Perforation 14</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Paper</span> : Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printing Process Lithography</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printer </span>: Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Designer </span>: Reign Associates Sdn. Bhd.Spirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-49921244013057765382009-09-03T01:08:00.003+08:002009-12-24T01:13:53.785+08:00First Malaysian Submarine Stamp<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6CfClS2XiROmJ6poWou7fBeSjWTWiHsN7FxvJYcaqx_qLEqbj7zfNE6ua0cYjUgGWynHF2BGCWaZWOmYbz_uPu3XTLyV9stDDvDMC_TB0B0OSrsI6DByTzfH7h5UC_uePXaHU_be4hLbp/s1600-h/The+First+Malaysian+Submarine+Stamp.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 69px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6CfClS2XiROmJ6poWou7fBeSjWTWiHsN7FxvJYcaqx_qLEqbj7zfNE6ua0cYjUgGWynHF2BGCWaZWOmYbz_uPu3XTLyV9stDDvDMC_TB0B0OSrsI6DByTzfH7h5UC_uePXaHU_be4hLbp/s320/The+First+Malaysian+Submarine+Stamp.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418480644230581762" border="0" /></a>Kapal Diraja Tunku Abdul Rahman (KD TAR) is the first of two Malaysian Scorpene Class submarines. As a high technology strategic asset, the arrival of KD TAR in September 2009 is a historic milestone not only for the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) but also for Malaysia as it is a great achievement in Malaysia's defence arena.<br /><br />General Specification of the Submarine:<br /><br />Length 67.56 metres<br /><br />Max Breadth 6.2 metres<br /><br />Height 12.3 metres<br /><br />Draught 5.4 metres<br /><br />Displacement 1758 tonnes<br /><br />Armament Torpedo and Missile<br /><br />30 sen stamp<br /><br />The 30 sen stamp shows a graphic sketch of KD TAR. The new generation diesel-electric submarine called Scorpene is named after a reef fish that is capable of disguising itself according to its surrounding.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7mdjJSMLQvO_P9DjCFQ51TJvW9GlqchY2l7QZTqEXavCoTesRoDaCPTxiVFjKwG4lXNqBLIHOyyYaHJvvoqMLS8lVdKkPKGzA69XLLhgir5pOWR_HMat09LL7-_I6EK2jNgyfx6Hwi-AQ/s1600-h/The+First+Malaysian+Submarine+Cover.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 144px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7mdjJSMLQvO_P9DjCFQ51TJvW9GlqchY2l7QZTqEXavCoTesRoDaCPTxiVFjKwG4lXNqBLIHOyyYaHJvvoqMLS8lVdKkPKGzA69XLLhgir5pOWR_HMat09LL7-_I6EK2jNgyfx6Hwi-AQ/s320/The+First+Malaysian+Submarine+Cover.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418480656362213426" border="0" /></a>50 sen stamp<br /><br />The 50 sen stamp shows KD TAR equipped with the latest high technological navigation system, communication equipments and fire control system appropriate with it's role and responsibility to face the future modern warfare.<br /><br />50 sen stamp<br /><br />This 50 sen stamp portrays KD TAR sailing in the ocean to begin her journey and its mission in protecting Malaysia's sovereignty. KD TAR is one of the sophiscated asset owned by the Royal Malaysian Navy since its inception 75 years ago.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Technical Details</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinZ8s5lfLRcufixeYHd1Wi1FBPwXiobWfL3DG0oMVtnm20CfrpoFeS3Dbcnt_1Nu7_V1T0GtKOPpFwhRGW9qhdVtkIaBAiw_YWHZbKtn0hiWGrZSX5AswVbf3vOJ12udLWnalPnegaX5iT/s1600-h/The+First+Malaysian+Submarine+Folder.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 238px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinZ8s5lfLRcufixeYHd1Wi1FBPwXiobWfL3DG0oMVtnm20CfrpoFeS3Dbcnt_1Nu7_V1T0GtKOPpFwhRGW9qhdVtkIaBAiw_YWHZbKtn0hiWGrZSX5AswVbf3vOJ12udLWnalPnegaX5iT/s320/The+First+Malaysian+Submarine+Folder.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418480445541575202" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Date of Issue</span> : 3rd September 2009<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stamp Value</span> : 30 sen, 50 sen (2 Designs)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sheet Content</span> : 20 Values<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">First Day Cover Value</span> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Perforation 14</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Paper Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printing Process Lithography</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printer </span>: Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Designer </span>: Royal Malaysian NavySpirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-51283581729328197912009-08-31T21:45:00.001+08:002009-09-03T13:59:03.929+08:001 Malaysia Stamps<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibd7LOIt3yKfTdESLNbnBjHe8iK6E3UT36tH7vh5UusQy49q7jJNY6tAnsUymgWiJhbhR_muh7x7FTEFCOYSxAYGXb6OdUwMMHQ-_p9EMDJZr0yhdgoNcNKG0GEok1lPgZe84NKzp5pl-Y/s1600-h/1+Malaysia+Stamp.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376881817176664354" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 78px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibd7LOIt3yKfTdESLNbnBjHe8iK6E3UT36tH7vh5UusQy49q7jJNY6tAnsUymgWiJhbhR_muh7x7FTEFCOYSxAYGXb6OdUwMMHQ-_p9EMDJZr0yhdgoNcNKG0GEok1lPgZe84NKzp5pl-Y/s320/1+Malaysia+Stamp.jpg" border="0" /></a>Unity will now be portrayed in stamps.<br /><br />Pos Malaysia will be introducing limited editions of first-day covers of the stamps featuring three designs – One Malaysia, <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj07QK4OoUjVDydAbdKgQBfkoqU_svOaZ_Tv_sKcZnWjcL2P6tbxKgS7g0LfeBWrRF2ZX7kCAZfaP5neSLsQ7ou-dkpljyzRsj5HOLhghTBiOCuAB6ZXfK94-M6sYal7Y4JRIXd8_TJpdRW/s1600-h/1+Malaysia+Stamp1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376881825208762386" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 234px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj07QK4OoUjVDydAbdKgQBfkoqU_svOaZ_Tv_sKcZnWjcL2P6tbxKgS7g0LfeBWrRF2ZX7kCAZfaP5neSLsQ7ou-dkpljyzRsj5HOLhghTBiOCuAB6ZXfK94-M6sYal7Y4JRIXd8_TJpdRW/s320/1+Malaysia+Stamp1.jpg" border="0" /></a>Unity and People First. These will have a value of 30 sen each and only 400,000 copies of each design will be sold at post offices.<br /><br />The One Malaysia design shows a 3-D image of the 1Malaysia logo while the background shows the official 1Malaysia logo arranged in the shape of a map of Malaysia.<br /><br />The Unity stamp illustrates the various races and ethnic groups united as one. The national flag is depicted in the shape of a heart to signify the love of the people for Malaysia.<br /><br />The People First design depicts citizens in various sectors of society who ensure national security and peace.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFldV0odqJXZwb5ExDLQrkGWlcCD9GjFylvIHq7mhotSUm72E69mtwQSEVDc9qgIioA2VFh6a3STBcQZPFrl0gWfjqZXxYclq8gstqD__bNmR1Y2-crqcUbd_pb0ZZqCX_pKXQYEWPkJ44/s1600-h/1+Malaysia+Stamp2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376881831166952082" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 198px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 238px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFldV0odqJXZwb5ExDLQrkGWlcCD9GjFylvIHq7mhotSUm72E69mtwQSEVDc9qgIioA2VFh6a3STBcQZPFrl0gWfjqZXxYclq8gstqD__bNmR1Y2-crqcUbd_pb0ZZqCX_pKXQYEWPkJ44/s320/1+Malaysia+Stamp2.jpg" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEw-mGSaqCCu3P11P8FHYJg6Yg0TZEvKuweTkNYtJYUeTV9kc6ZQVK4yGN66v0KFoc0qBYA2Q5K-rM9Fh-zuY3QGLO822phU6Hfvxek1WV5xrBtqs7F5aCBP2r_bHOlwWivlPmOw9DqGDu/s1600-h/1+Malaysia+Stamp3.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376881838597951954" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 197px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 235px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEw-mGSaqCCu3P11P8FHYJg6Yg0TZEvKuweTkNYtJYUeTV9kc6ZQVK4yGN66v0KFoc0qBYA2Q5K-rM9Fh-zuY3QGLO822phU6Hfvxek1WV5xrBtqs7F5aCBP2r_bHOlwWivlPmOw9DqGDu/s320/1+Malaysia+Stamp3.jpg" border="0" /></a>Pos Malaysia stamp and philately unit head Yasmin Ramli said the miniature sheets, which feature a special die-cut design of the 1Malaysia logo with transparent hot foil stamping is also available at RM5 each.<br /><br />“The first-day cover is 30 sen each. Stamp booklet featuring 10 stamp designs are priced at RM3.”<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold"></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><p><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376882592523653778" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 198px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAyYWJrOkQA-l_8hSoG7mhvAn3lXVeQPLwuoj_66Ta8Yope4NfNhxeyKwJ3ISuWGEyvqgiHmPNb0Q-puaNIJmUwv7dHWymsYysdIIdxs-MV2g5y7KjfR7Lbog2DGmDCfwoaMX03cfvuy-d/s320/1+Malaysia+booklet.jpg" border="0" /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376882593121401378" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 226px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmh93iMp2BqqFHkUYB0VjEg4syuhxU5NcYJcxd8dpz70bA7s9FR0zagTK6CagYsjTszgGcQ4igoNP_UabbtQcRI6ooFjQEz4HZmx0bpWjBg0TvbgD-D_atYCQGRy8cMJTS49kyoUFwiuLq/s320/1+Malaysia+Miniature+Sheet.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376882608807653442" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 160px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih2leyDySwhFp2JN70zY8DzzXEAwIiYs5wUjO9swl71irozzAWHUt5iLxUaqM6cgNJPe1c_lW4ArYxemi5_b9e39JxJa5vsThPTSmLwSXHu1BRR8kD0CJDBVYDOC6wvWje-6W5q8Ey9tGn/s320/1+Malaysia+FDC1.jpg" border="0" /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold"></span><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376882614442884690" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 160px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFdZ0mgScJdE3Pp_FosOqhai_WpIMaXv3kvRGGrn2aAM7Vk-20FkPKfD2T-UY8H1rh7LFENZ54lwOE1qcfth4kI_ARGIWVgDhI3JHFhaU-THDglBYWgJDdDWfpqEKx9T-gmruH4l8Kl0oY/s320/1+Malaysia+FDC2.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376882623047878050" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 160px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNCXEOjlLZ090g62Trm8P2hdg-QJdtJtqsyAHfA27MbBeieIWtSpYgOCZN4Fa5obRq4YSSlbaOm2G3nUuXgUe50uktsP2alBlwc_07vXWGUCjVJK1SFn8Vo0GRJ4Yj5jwdRHubsJ5g4h09/s320/1+Malaysia+FDC3.jpg" border="0" /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtXt3ni6frn0P3Czx8IxKUZQO5ylEa-3E-e_WO9sx3kmGAr6P-FeVx0lFUjlOHjAYTemO16dHFB8hPyyCHKNUksFwPs2g1WZS7jTahnDkdWr0jfA9MZ3-rEBac-lLfoWUeLIF5sRIxZpYt/s1600-h/1+Malaysia+Sheetlet2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376883379925724434" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 243px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtXt3ni6frn0P3Czx8IxKUZQO5ylEa-3E-e_WO9sx3kmGAr6P-FeVx0lFUjlOHjAYTemO16dHFB8hPyyCHKNUksFwPs2g1WZS7jTahnDkdWr0jfA9MZ3-rEBac-lLfoWUeLIF5sRIxZpYt/s320/1+Malaysia+Sheetlet2.jpg" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_ha7MKfbtzW3r1KhDhLuB5O38kn1lGio4yc_9QA7ADVjH1EY4uqM4c62VJzGFAJUzwEbSSq0ViGwteGw6ZJppftDWWcj9f8RUW1W5QuJ_t_hhgColG4pgTGzBGqXG0eCclu09hFhsJylu/s1600-h/1+Malaysia+Sheetlet1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376883376837137842" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 245px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_ha7MKfbtzW3r1KhDhLuB5O38kn1lGio4yc_9QA7ADVjH1EY4uqM4c62VJzGFAJUzwEbSSq0ViGwteGw6ZJppftDWWcj9f8RUW1W5QuJ_t_hhgColG4pgTGzBGqXG0eCclu09hFhsJylu/s320/1+Malaysia+Sheetlet1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold"></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold"></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold"></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold"></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold"></span><br /><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI1MP9mHUR5g2nO8S-11RCL00XKfsJRVG9WFPXdrNX_4MeCXg74C9gmmc83O5QxH5ZsVH9a5mV-BY_Bd2La_eBMPMkZk_asJUm8n6rFR1nVrqhoWQnwCpVPvJCsR2Oyar0EpqADneeJZjG/s1600-h/1+Malaysia+Sheetlet3.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376884130612115922" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 242px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI1MP9mHUR5g2nO8S-11RCL00XKfsJRVG9WFPXdrNX_4MeCXg74C9gmmc83O5QxH5ZsVH9a5mV-BY_Bd2La_eBMPMkZk_asJUm8n6rFR1nVrqhoWQnwCpVPvJCsR2Oyar0EpqADneeJZjG/s320/1+Malaysia+Sheetlet3.jpg" border="0" /></a>Technical Details</span><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Stamp Value</span> :30sen (5 designs)<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Sheet Content</span> : 20 Stamps<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Paper </span>: Phosphor Coated<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Printing Process</span> : Lithography<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Printer</span> : Percetakan Keselamatan Sdn Bhd<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Stamp Designer</span> : Hazel Design Sdn Bhd<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">First Day Cover Value </span>: 30 Sen<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Miniature Sheet Value</span> : RM 5.00<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Stamp Booklet Value</span> : RM 3.00<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Folder Value</span> : RM 5.50<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Date of Issue</span> : 31-Aug-2009<br /><br />Globalisation challenges faced by all countries worldwide have created a need for each country to re-strategise in order to stay in line with the global developments and to avoid being victims of exploitation. In order to overcome this, all Malaysians irrespective of race and religion must act and think as one Bangsa Malaysia, with the same aim and objective. This move is envisaged to make Malaysia more peaceful, advanced, safe and harmonious, with the ability to be globally competitive. </p><p><br />In order to have a Bangsa Malaysia that is more resilient in facing the various challenges brought by the globalisation wave including the social, economic and political fields, the sixth Prime Minister of Malaysia, Dato' Seri Naajib Tun Razak introduced the 1Malaysiaconcept which is based on the principles of "People First, Performance Now". This concept meets the needs of Malaysians and is in line with the existing Federal Constitution and the principles of the Rukun Negara. </p><p><br />The 1Malaysia concept aims to strengthen the relationship and cooperation amongst the many races in Malaysia towards becoming united, able and ready to take on any challenges that might come its way. Once this concept is put to practice by all Malaysians, Malaysia will have greater peace and success and this would bring the country to greater heights in the eyes of the world.<br /><br /><strong>1Malaysia</strong><br />This stamp shows the 3 dimensional image of 1Malaysia logo, while the background shows the official 1Malaysia logo arranged in the shape of the map of Malaysia that portrays the 1Malaysia concept covering the entire nation.<br /><br /><strong>Unity</strong><br />This stamp shows the unity of the various races and ethnic groups in Malaysia united as one to protect and preserve Malaysia. The national flag is depicted in the shape of a heart to signify the love of Malaysians towards their country.<br /><br /><strong>People First<br /></strong>This stamp feature the first part of the slogan "People First"; it depicts Malaysians comprising various sectors of society to ensure the nation's peace and prosperity, to ensure sufficient education is provided to all youths of various race and religion, resulting in the need of professionals and last but not least the need for public services; all are needed in order to ensure a successful development of the nation and a bright and excellent future of the nation.<br /><br /><strong>Performance Now<br /></strong>Featuring the second half of the slogan "Performance Now", this stamp depicts the nation expanding and undergoing rapid development that can be seen in many fields such as science and technology, economy and information technology which is vital for the nation to achieve a global status.<br /><br /><strong>National Principles<br /></strong>This stamp reflects the 5 principles of Malaysia that is:<br />Belief in God<br />Loyalty to the King and Country<br />Sovereignty of the Constitution<br />Rule of Law<br />Good Behaviour and Morality<br /><br /><strong>Miniature Sheet<br /></strong>The Miniature Sheet depicts Malaysians from various races and ethnic groups surrounding the 1Malaysia logo signifying the unity of Bangsa Malaysiamoving towards the same direction, for the best interests of the nation.</p>Spirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-28183717111375587902009-07-23T14:37:00.005+08:002009-08-02T15:01:01.524+08:00Tuber Plants StampsThe term tuber plants or root crops is applied to plants which produce subterranean structures that are used as human or animal foods. These perennial plants have organs which store plant nutrients. In many cases the storage organs may be a root or a modified stem, for example a swollen rhizome or corm, or a tuber such as a potato or a swollen root as in carrot or sweet potato. All these swollen underground organs are commonly spoken of as tubers<br /><br />Root crops are the second most important source of carbohydrates in the worlds food, the most important being cereals. However, in the tropical world, root crops are proportionally much more important. In fact, in many tropical countries where rice is not grown, they are the staple diet. In general the protein content is low, but some, like potato and yam provide significant amounts of certain vitamins.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSX5AKYOw2AYQ0DA7snVqebIT3llexYsmxQh8TQe9m1lSURL22EUzftixi4ka3YhK4yuPnKYYFWe-_2XQWtMOktkYKNpXVRmJeUAP4jn60VzzirI0IleWWwHncRQx4Y9BUo1KVqVmlXUn0/s1600-h/sweet+potato+(Ipomoea+batatas).jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365255985298266834" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 211px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 211px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSX5AKYOw2AYQ0DA7snVqebIT3llexYsmxQh8TQe9m1lSURL22EUzftixi4ka3YhK4yuPnKYYFWe-_2XQWtMOktkYKNpXVRmJeUAP4jn60VzzirI0IleWWwHncRQx4Y9BUo1KVqVmlXUn0/s320/sweet+potato+(Ipomoea+batatas).jpg" border="0" /></a>Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas)</span><br /><br />Sweet potato is a dicotyledonous plant which belongs to the family Convolvulaceae. Amongst the approximately 50 genera and more than 1,000 species of this family, on Ipomoea batatas is a crop plant whose large, starchy, sweet tasting tuberous roots are an important root vegetable. The young leaves and shoots are sometimes eaten as greens.<br /><br />This plant is an herbaceous perennial vine, bearing alternate heart-shaped or palmate lobed leaves as well as medium-sized trumpet-shaped flowers and thus are also grown as ornamental plants. The edible tuberous root is long and tapered, with a smooth skin whose colour ranges between red, purple, brown, yellow, orange and white. Its flesh ranges from white to yellow, orange and purple.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjehjkvlQqr6sECJlgS-vjBb7oXp8h6OYrPrtOIrYYdkQIZ0CzXi2QRR23vTTHzUfyQRM8r4aY3F1eYsHhcL8VDagtGAN6ZT8N9gmpBRzKD0XkG26GueYYKkCgt91lQCvnQ58Oe273iD7Gn/s1600-h/cassava+(Manihot+esculenta).jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365255976995460034" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 211px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 211px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjehjkvlQqr6sECJlgS-vjBb7oXp8h6OYrPrtOIrYYdkQIZ0CzXi2QRR23vTTHzUfyQRM8r4aY3F1eYsHhcL8VDagtGAN6ZT8N9gmpBRzKD0XkG26GueYYKkCgt91lQCvnQ58Oe273iD7Gn/s320/cassava+(Manihot+esculenta).jpg" border="0" /></a>Cassava (Manihot esculenta)</span><br /><br />Cassava or tapioca (Manihot esculenta) is a woody shrub of the Euphorbiaceaae that is extensively cultivated as an annual crop in tropical and subtropical regions for its edible starchy tuberous root. Tapioca is the third largest source of carbohydrates and contains significant amounts of potassium, calcium, phosphorus and vitamin C.<br /><br />Tapioca is long and tapered with a firm homogenous flesh encased in a detachable rind about 1mm thick. The skin is light brown to dark reddish brown in colour and has a smooth or rough texture. Commercial varieties can be 5 to 10 cm in diameter at the top and 50 to 80 cm long. The colour of the flesh ranges from chalk white to yellowish.<br /><br />However, they are poor in protein and other nutrients. In contrast tapioca leaves are a good source of protein but should be supplemented with the amino acid methionine to counter the high cyanide content.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX18SDwKIg31QD5lK5j0-LExmUMYS1yvo1WrZvYZ3D7FThia_EAiOU9lbqh_BkJRWZgZvX-DnKGdChCxnjTuJnVY7JKha8BTN3Wa8yjmNR9icDOH8ntBc0itRbG8VeXPXtfri2Yh8cwHFh/s1600-h/yam+bean+(Pachyrrhizus+erosus).jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365255993552601650" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 211px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 211px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX18SDwKIg31QD5lK5j0-LExmUMYS1yvo1WrZvYZ3D7FThia_EAiOU9lbqh_BkJRWZgZvX-DnKGdChCxnjTuJnVY7JKha8BTN3Wa8yjmNR9icDOH8ntBc0itRbG8VeXPXtfri2Yh8cwHFh/s320/yam+bean+(Pachyrrhizus+erosus).jpg" border="0" /></a>Sengkuang (Pachyrrhizus erosus)</span><br /><br />Sengkuang is one species in the genus Pachyrrhizus that is commonly called yam bean.<br /><br />The sengkuang vine can reach a height f 4-5 metres, given suitable support. Its roots can attain length of up to 2 metres and weigh up to 20 kilograms. The roots exterioris yellowishbrown while its inside is creamy white with a crisp textile that resembles water chestnut or pear.<br /><br />In contrast to the roots, the remainder of the sengkuang plant is very poisonous; the seeds contain the toxin rotenone, which is used to kill insects and stun fish.<br /><br />Sengkuang is high in carbohydrates and dietary fiber. It is composed of 86-90% water, containing only trace amounts of protein and lipids. Its sweet flavour makes it a favourite ingredient in rojak and popiah.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTQqhBt4GfCD3it-Hma51hVs9ABNa_xsD76nRLnyHi84VrFGf0Hfucg3xJMg9lfjc67bOo1uviESCvwM7wldIB5H0QHrHtTgCZY8IFnkAZ8MfJZ12lPbji3jDQCueIg_XDRoMU0ZVHO3YF/s1600-h/yam+(Dioscorea+alata).jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365255990855329986" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 211px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 213px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTQqhBt4GfCD3it-Hma51hVs9ABNa_xsD76nRLnyHi84VrFGf0Hfucg3xJMg9lfjc67bOo1uviESCvwM7wldIB5H0QHrHtTgCZY8IFnkAZ8MfJZ12lPbji3jDQCueIg_XDRoMU0ZVHO3YF/s320/yam+(Dioscorea+alata).jpg" border="0" /></a>Yam</span><br /><br />Dioscorea alata L. is a genus of over 600 species of flower plants in the family Dioscoreaceae, native throughout the tropical and warm temperate regions of the world. Known as yams, they are important agricultural crops in the tropical regions, grown for their large tubers.<br /><br />They are tuberous herbaceous perennial climbers, ranging from 2 to 12 metres in height. The leaves are spirally arranged, mostly broad and heart-shaped. The flowers are individually inconspicuous greenish yellow with six petals; they are mostly dioecious, with separate male and female plants, though a few species are monocious, with male and female flowers on the same plant. The fruit is shaped like a capsule in most species.<br /><br />Many of these are toxic when fresh but they can be detoxified and consumed and are particularly important in parts of Aftrica, Asia and Oceania.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2fJdnIwN-vo94byMkIePX4MM5nEbgnTaV8S63Ybe2VmJPM3MG64T1y5j3CShBwpn8fo1a5gow-F4ar7Id2ppj__eazd3kwijxflYFN8gQcPn5yDDvXnPbfRU100i-KuAKLn2kPOkc9pYj/s1600-h/cocoyam+(Colocasia+esculenta).jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365255982663307762" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 227px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2fJdnIwN-vo94byMkIePX4MM5nEbgnTaV8S63Ybe2VmJPM3MG64T1y5j3CShBwpn8fo1a5gow-F4ar7Id2ppj__eazd3kwijxflYFN8gQcPn5yDDvXnPbfRU100i-KuAKLn2kPOkc9pYj/s320/cocoyam+(Colocasia+esculenta).jpg" border="0" /></a>Taro (Colocasia esculenta)</span><br /><br />Colocasia esculenta is a tropical plant grown primarily for its edible corm, a root vegetable known as taro or cocoyam. It is believed to be one of the earliest cultivated plants and is described by historians as an important crop.<br /><br />Its primary use, however, is the consumption of its edible corm and leaves. In its raw state, the plant is toxic due to the presence of calcium oxalate and the presence of needle-shaped raphides in the plant cells which can cause irritation to the mouth and tongue/ However, the toxin can be destroyed and the tuber rendered palatable by cooking or by steeping in cold water overnight.<br /><br />Corms of the small round variety are peeled and boiled and used in local favourites such as bubur caca. The leaves are rich in vitamins and minerals.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Serdang Endau ( Livistona endauensis)</span><br /><br />This small to medium palmis only found in the forest of Endau-Rompin, Malaysia. the trunk is erect and slender about 20 cm in diameter, carries a crown of palmate with rather stiff segments of green leaves.<br /><br />The endemic palm of Endau-Rompin is now planted in many public parks and gardens as a rare collection of palm.<br /><br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365255020812841026" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 161px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbHJ5ZqEqMMpgAbcsIfvrgcOzq9MT153zOwCurgNmPPcgYhj9IJ3t-UbSsowpuhdairZnw-ckitZuMQ_pzXmPgPPUNxNrHaK3q7Ojkr39mEtJB5eyQOg6lZqLtokT32VHW9AS3KO6WIOa8/s320/Tuber+Plants+FDC.jpg" border="0" /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365255023114062162" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 162px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTWc8aVy9l_Kn8hT_ca4LH3c0KWHYOj8l2AEAHurpUYK-j3uIauy26uCQFTctj4u4Qv_6pfS6K9gyhn2rK2o2cWDJWLo8nD2C-tuLshA4Ll784yy0Ootig6Mf4g11dnuKXNU7m3fEmaDj6/s320/Tuber+Plants+FDC2.jpg" border="0" /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365255029073309890" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 166px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB9mVmAlCBMVhym3NHYNwSrtsn-P_0fHV1vb5cDdPedwHn7sd0bx_SwYsL0bPPyyD91DnncBO_Q9K7orrojxvrXpsgJD-z_MLyAaWSjqsPtlXNV5ZYFwc28KVo5J9f9xHNsIvqMEtiJww0/s320/Tuber+Plants+Cover.jpg" border="0" /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJM0jjhC8t0QLwoW42AQE_qO8CwGWB-O94fC-krlWnQ1VOutZIUPX_yeB7oLjXm6atTpKWwCwHr7JC_4Wu0SyxX0NzqZAVdVfnVwZjorHn9YbqSqhHLiySU6oKW_9rqjqTdsIOefpwL-sb/s1600-h/Tuber+Plants+Folder.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365254787621362930" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 237px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJM0jjhC8t0QLwoW42AQE_qO8CwGWB-O94fC-krlWnQ1VOutZIUPX_yeB7oLjXm6atTpKWwCwHr7JC_4Wu0SyxX0NzqZAVdVfnVwZjorHn9YbqSqhHLiySU6oKW_9rqjqTdsIOefpwL-sb/s320/Tuber+Plants+Folder.jpg" border="0" /></a>Technical Details</span><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Date of Issue</span> : 23rd July 2009<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Stamp Value</span> : 30 sen (2 Designs), 50 sen (2 Designs)<br /><br /><strong>Sheet Content</strong> : 20 Values<br /><br /><strong>Miniature Sheet</strong> : RM3<br /><br /><strong>First Day Cover Value</strong> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><strong>Perforation</strong> : 14<br /><br /><strong>Paper</strong> : Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated<br /><br /><strong>Printing Process</strong> : Lithography<br /><br /><strong>Printer</strong> : Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><strong>Designer</strong> : World Communications Network Resources Sdn. Bhd.Spirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-52974429252123724212009-07-09T12:21:00.000+08:002009-08-23T13:57:49.453+08:00Traditional Houses Stamps<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8X54Gp8pWyuRw_ffZDVl0O3IgACIU9EvAx4SlNGpXB1w9kNsJpOG3DaPR74oT4hBwdmTzZrihp9SE3SUBS_cyDVL8uuHtCkBIia6LiEASL87sOG_-bj1VqIbP9yylVrQrFIE60dxNg9gT/s1600-h/stamp.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 238px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8X54Gp8pWyuRw_ffZDVl0O3IgACIU9EvAx4SlNGpXB1w9kNsJpOG3DaPR74oT4hBwdmTzZrihp9SE3SUBS_cyDVL8uuHtCkBIia6LiEASL87sOG_-bj1VqIbP9yylVrQrFIE60dxNg9gT/s320/stamp.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5373034066358615490" border="0" /></a>Traditional houses are a part of the valuable architectural heritage in Malaysia. There are a variety of traditional houses that can be seen throughout the different states in Malaysia. Traditional houses in Malaysia are reflected by the architectural designs that focus mainly on the styles, culture, skill, creativity, purpose and craftsmanship in building a place for shelter using the raw and organic materials that are available during the particular era.<br /><br />This collection of 16 stamps depicts the different houses of the states of Malaysia. Each traditional house differs in the architectural designs and style and has their own unique features.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Malay Traditional House</span><br /><br />This house bears many similarities to the long roofed houses in Malacca partly due to the historical ties between these two states. The original traditional Selangor is built on 12 main pillars with 6 tall pillars at the verandah area. The skeletal structure is a combination of Cengal, Giam, Damar Laut, Kapur and Kempas wood. The roof is made from Rumbia and Nipah palm.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Dusun Lotud Traditional House</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiADklGyjfcftYrxAfW5YZ3bXIxsMf5jO3DcJubqigDPKh2RtFkrG6tZsJEYQlOlle3wgT0f1h4V_OCU1GcLOfttXHR1dZqdodurWYZ68UyYqf4g6ilSr7IWX9ZWo7zhQROe-N6qC6bMdt7/s1600-h/FDC2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 163px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiADklGyjfcftYrxAfW5YZ3bXIxsMf5jO3DcJubqigDPKh2RtFkrG6tZsJEYQlOlle3wgT0f1h4V_OCU1GcLOfttXHR1dZqdodurWYZ68UyYqf4g6ilSr7IWX9ZWo7zhQROe-N6qC6bMdt7/s320/FDC2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5373034058406729762" border="0" /></a><br /><br />This house is the traditional house for the Dusun and Kadazan tribe, the largest ethnic group in Sabah and can be found in the Tuaran district. The structure that makes up the Lotud house comes from the by-product of the forest, mainly mangrove trees, bamboo, nipah palm and rattan.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kutai House</span><br /><br />This house can only be found along the river banks located in Perak Tengah, Hilir Perak and Kuala Kangsar. The walls are made from bamboo and the roof is made from palm leaves.<br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJSPDsbbyY4uCi4ODkBQn8FXJuslpmmO4Naag_O9agZoPhxPUbfv3m0UBO3T62PJDI8aYBXE0rHw5liHfZ1jSYloyrZTDvwHZbGMMX2JlX1cJqgwFtu8rit9Z4JihMVSfeBOhRPW89Af5B/s1600-h/FDC.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 164px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJSPDsbbyY4uCi4ODkBQn8FXJuslpmmO4Naag_O9agZoPhxPUbfv3m0UBO3T62PJDI8aYBXE0rHw5liHfZ1jSYloyrZTDvwHZbGMMX2JlX1cJqgwFtu8rit9Z4JihMVSfeBOhRPW89Af5B/s320/FDC.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5373034051578966514" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Twelve Pillar House</span><br /><br />This house display architectural heritage that can only be found in Kota Bahru, Kelantan where it has existed over 1,000 years ago. Its close proximity to the Thailand has great influences in its architectural design mainly in the construction of roof and wooden carving decorations. The skeletal structure is mainly made of Cengal, Meranti and Kapur wood while the roof is made of senggaoa tiles.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Iban Long House</span><br /><br />The long house is culturally unique. Within one longhouse, there are several units that houses different Iban families. The roof is made from sago palm such as blue-leave Pantau and Mulong trees. The walls and flooring are made from the bark tree namely Terentang Bark or from bamboo. Till today, the architectural heritage is still preserved, unaffected by the current rapid growth of modern development.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Semai House</span><br /><br />This house displays the handicraft from usage of plants and nature. Young hardwood trees such as cengal and Petaling are used for the poles and bertam leaves are used for making the roofs. With regular fumigation from kitchen fires, a well-made thatched roof can last more than five years. Mengkuang leaves are used for weaving decorative wall panels. Bamboo is cut into mat-like strips for flooring and rattan is stripped to make strings to tie the bamboo strips.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Limas House</span><br /><br />This house is mainly found in Pontian, Johor. It is characterized by its primary long ridge roof interconnected to four other secondary ridges which protract towards the edges of the roof. The fascia is decorated with wooden carvings to reflect traditional Malay architecture. Material used is mainly Cengal, Keranji and Meranti wood.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Long House</span><br /><br />The unique feature of this house is the gable end at both the front and back of the house. The main building stands on stilts or wooden pillars. The exterior walls and the interior partitions are made of bamboo strips interwoven into crisscrossed pattern with senggora tiles.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Limas Bungkus House</span><br /><br />This house displays architectural heritage that can only be found in Besut, Terengganu. The roof construction comprises of one long ridge interconnected with four shorter ridges which protract downwards towards 4 respective edges to form the roof.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Adat Minangkabau House</span><br /><br />This house resembles those found in Minangkabau, Sumatera, Indonesia. Its distinctive difference from any other house in the other states is its unique roof architecture design where the two ends of the roof arches upwards. The area under the roof is usually a bedroom for the daughters or for storage.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Elephant Milking Verandah House</span><br /><br />This house know as the house with the Nursing Elephant verandah which reflects the combination of the main roof at a higher level adjoining the lower roof, thus giving the appearance of an elephant feeding her young. The skeletal structure of the house is made from Cengal and Meranti wood while the roof is made of palm leaves, Rumbia or Nipah palm.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bajau Laut House</span><br /><br />A cluster of houses built on stilts in the sea off the southeast coast of Sabah is typical of a Bajau Laut house. Know to outsiders as Bajau Laut, these nomads distinguished themselves as people of the sea. Boats are their main mode of transportation and they live exclusively by fishing and inshore gathering, collecting among other things, shellfish and sea cucumbers for trade.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Verandah House</span><br /><br />This house displays 1,000 years old architectural heritage currently found in villages in Pahang. It comprises of two main structures namely the main unit and a walled covered verandah unit along the front of the main structure. The main unit is further divided into two main areas by a passage called Selang. The unit is characterized by its long roof and a covered verandah.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Bidayuh Longhouse</span><br /><br />The most outstanding features of the Bidayuh Longhouse is the circular head-house, with it conical roof, known as baruk or rumah pangah (the community centre). This is where the village chief and elders discuss local politics and communal issues with the people. It is also where the shamans conduct ceremonies and festivals are celebrated. A raised platform around the inside perimeter of the head-house act as seating and sleeping area for Bidayuh bachelors. Their head-house is supported by a timber frame tied together with rattan.<br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0zz-ClY0umQm0ZbM1GKK9KI7eY_rq_UR5Fy3A5eJY3zOcWGM-7U2lhhaSaJLTg-90sqUdwft9U9SLcPeo_f1JzLbVmcIXJRyKqMzWlOljw6Md-TqBDrCcf4zU71jyQP8CpR1BbyIRh_qW/s1600-h/Folder.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 239px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0zz-ClY0umQm0ZbM1GKK9KI7eY_rq_UR5Fy3A5eJY3zOcWGM-7U2lhhaSaJLTg-90sqUdwft9U9SLcPeo_f1JzLbVmcIXJRyKqMzWlOljw6Md-TqBDrCcf4zU71jyQP8CpR1BbyIRh_qW/s320/Folder.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5373033715704164562" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Technical Details</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Date of Issue</span> : 9th July 2009<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stamp Value</span> : 50 sen (16 Designs)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sheet Content</span> : 16 Values<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">First Day Cover Value</span> : 30 Sen x 2<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Perforation</span> : 14<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Paper </span>: Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printing Process</span> : Lithography<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printer </span>: Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Designer </span>: Hazel Design Sdn. Bhd.Spirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-54603313574559972682009-06-18T01:41:00.000+08:002009-12-24T01:50:57.435+08:00Conservation of Nature StampsThe conservation of nature is no longer an option, it is necessary to ensure that earth’s vital natural resources are preserved and protected for the future generations. Through the centuries, mankind has destroyed forests, ravaged mountain slopes, polluted water and air, and even today is ongoing. The ecology has become a victim of human activities.<br /><br />Today natural resources, which provide the basic necessities of life, have become scare. They have been sacrificed in the name of development and economic well-being. The delicate ecological balance has been altered due to the indiscriminate damages inflicted upon nature. Global warming, receding water tables, depleting ozone layers, are only among some of the consequences of these damages.<br /><br />Worldwide, organizations involved in the preservation of nature have taken initiatives to preserve the environment and are recommending holistic conservation strategies to ensure that natural resources are utilized in a sustainable fashion.<br /><br />In Malaysia, steps have been taken by the relevant conservation organizations and authorities to ensure that our environment is well preserved. Out vast tropical rainforests, our unique marine life as well as our clean air is dependent on how we preserve and protect them. Today the conservation of nature has become a necessity of life.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fr</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvbSSsLNIVjfQpxK_AF-BTVJ5nhgRQiC0k1red8Vz1S5SBamh8uKAScUy_BQ7ew_nwjGgNgHycgURKFSUTW7bEtZ45cDWlRD44StifHpWcKde8unTIrWb2KKsBOjjHV9_yfE22EX-o2eXo/s1600-h/Fresh+Air+-+Conserving+Air.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 194px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvbSSsLNIVjfQpxK_AF-BTVJ5nhgRQiC0k1red8Vz1S5SBamh8uKAScUy_BQ7ew_nwjGgNgHycgURKFSUTW7bEtZ45cDWlRD44StifHpWcKde8unTIrWb2KKsBOjjHV9_yfE22EX-o2eXo/s320/Fresh+Air+-+Conserving+Air.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418490085092349106" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">esh Air –Conserving Air</span><br /><br />Malaysia’s rapid emergence as an industrialized country has reaped many benefits economically. With increased development, environmental concerns have also arised and our country has to monitor the increasing air pollution. Thus, air quality monitoring is an important part of the country’s strategy in the pollution prevention program to ensure clean and fresh air for healthy living.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnPYaiEIR-u6WRsRdiJkH-dF9P0U84Em0u4Ara5xBWCPgZP21P8YAMmHQtwIuj52pWbvsRzq7zjE-uJ4VDjeGI4J1PXhKVHiw3vJmtmMXHsYxm7XRtsMFgV-d7DCmXJSOKthTmtMyo4Sre/s1600-h/Go+Green+-+Conserving+Rainforest.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 193px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnPYaiEIR-u6WRsRdiJkH-dF9P0U84Em0u4Ara5xBWCPgZP21P8YAMmHQtwIuj52pWbvsRzq7zjE-uJ4VDjeGI4J1PXhKVHiw3vJmtmMXHsYxm7XRtsMFgV-d7DCmXJSOKthTmtMyo4Sre/s320/Go+Green+-+Conserving+Rainforest.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418490088990644610" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Go Green – Conserving Rainforests</span><br /><br />The Malaysian rainforest is home to most of the plant and animal species in the world. However, due to deforestation, many of these species are becoming extinct. Our tropical rainforest play an important role in helping to sustain life. They act as a natural air purifier for our environment. With all the benefits that are derived from the rainforests, we must ensure they are protected.<br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVuknBhnwhNgS6QPpM36I6ZKpDurbDeH0-_Xbm-PtT_E0fsxBaDlZO8HqK50Rnhsp6AFbqmopYbdiA6wLmcxLntEqsUcrgg_EBneLOGVgDsmacSR5jY1DseQNMJOrsKGqVCGQm0SxxMM2K/s1600-h/Clean+Water+-+Conserving+Marine+Life.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 195px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVuknBhnwhNgS6QPpM36I6ZKpDurbDeH0-_Xbm-PtT_E0fsxBaDlZO8HqK50Rnhsp6AFbqmopYbdiA6wLmcxLntEqsUcrgg_EBneLOGVgDsmacSR5jY1DseQNMJOrsKGqVCGQm0SxxMM2K/s320/Clean+Water+-+Conserving+Marine+Life.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418490078097129010" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Clean Water – Conserving Marine Life</span><br /><br />Malaysia’s warm climate coupled with heavy rainfall makes our oceans an ideal home for a myriad of underwater marine life. However intense development has caused irreversible damages to our fragile water world. Conservation efforts are being initiated in order to protect and preserve our marine eco-system.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizTkwwKouOcn49qUYhXWfuUm9NwsgHMbigNAmgY2PBghJo1DulTgsRikPcPZusQltkW-Ns3OG5DHZD_1RHBb8jHQtoOg0s-mfZi4UyRDox8e5F1GLg0TnV5_etKvjFI-va3c76qGqlcamu/s1600-h/Conservation+of+Nature+Cover.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 163px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizTkwwKouOcn49qUYhXWfuUm9NwsgHMbigNAmgY2PBghJo1DulTgsRikPcPZusQltkW-Ns3OG5DHZD_1RHBb8jHQtoOg0s-mfZi4UyRDox8e5F1GLg0TnV5_etKvjFI-va3c76qGqlcamu/s320/Conservation+of+Nature+Cover.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418489882833410082" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Technical Details</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzp26bp0IjQswQEZxApztwzNV-J91xFYd-aXBdCg7C9DP115MnjCTTEs0Nvo2-sQzPgZMZna_6jhdKQJNzvN6JC8gnC4j2gFL6Sk1GOymvQ13APtO9tCfMTubC5dR21nLB7xlGHD3x_6GR/s1600-h/Conservation+of+Nature+Folder.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 232px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzp26bp0IjQswQEZxApztwzNV-J91xFYd-aXBdCg7C9DP115MnjCTTEs0Nvo2-sQzPgZMZna_6jhdKQJNzvN6JC8gnC4j2gFL6Sk1GOymvQ13APtO9tCfMTubC5dR21nLB7xlGHD3x_6GR/s320/Conservation+of+Nature+Folder.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418489784612769666" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Date of Issue</span> : 18th June 2009<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stamp Value </span>: 30 sen, 50 sen (2 Designs)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sheet Content</span> : 20 Values<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">First Day Cover Value</span> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Perforation 14</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Paper Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printing Process Lithography</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printer </span>: Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Designer </span>: Hazel Design Sdn. Bhd.Spirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-877799553539666202009-05-19T23:30:00.000+08:002009-12-25T23:40:20.931+08:00Palm Trees Stamps<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5vadU3ICFFv2W6J-2_3Rd9MsQmH2x7Xr_EBIsIY23ZO34gEIXRsZXBmBDxI6hwJiD0qpNyCr_WSGSKLZ-T-WZuBx0uSPvyQnXgJ1FZBwZ-cFBVZPQz0pOiSEJvk4dnB565_eobicWH-wM/s1600-h/Palm+Trees+Livistona+saribus.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5vadU3ICFFv2W6J-2_3Rd9MsQmH2x7Xr_EBIsIY23ZO34gEIXRsZXBmBDxI6hwJiD0qpNyCr_WSGSKLZ-T-WZuBx0uSPvyQnXgJ1FZBwZ-cFBVZPQz0pOiSEJvk4dnB565_eobicWH-wM/s320/Palm+Trees+Livistona+saribus.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419198373276964994" border="0" /></a>Palm are one of the most well-know and extensively cultivated plant families. Most palms are distinguished by their large evergreen leaves arranged at the top of an unbranched stem. However, many palms are exceptions to this statement, and palms in fact exhibit an enormous diversity in physical characteristics. Palms also inhibit nearly every type of habitat from rainforest to deserts. However the majority of the species are tropical or subtropical as few palms can tolerate cold weather.<br /><br />Palms have been important to humans throughout much of history. Many common products and foods are derived from palms. Today palms are a common feature in botanical gardens or as indoor plants and they are widely used in l<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIsHomnbTHEIU9BxVZudSyS6r3AbRvG1e8babiAUzjMCRUBzy6rFMRms_pUx2FOV_hTX391cHN_r0yU5SkJWsxne0ZX0LDIlMM5XRcQeQvt_TnZLwM3vcONmbugBWICIMQVsBktplAiQpp/s1600-h/Palm+Trees+Licuala+grandis.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 242px; height: 241px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIsHomnbTHEIU9BxVZudSyS6r3AbRvG1e8babiAUzjMCRUBzy6rFMRms_pUx2FOV_hTX391cHN_r0yU5SkJWsxne0ZX0LDIlMM5XRcQeQvt_TnZLwM3vcONmbugBWICIMQVsBktplAiQpp/s320/Palm+Trees+Licuala+grandis.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419198362705482882" border="0" /></a>andscaping for their exotic appearance and also due to palms being easy to manage plants.<br /><br /><br /><br />Fish Tail Palm (Caryota mitis)<br /><br />This palm is commonly known as Fish Tail Palm due to its fish-tail like leaves. A clump consists of a few stems of up to 3.5 metre high. Its inflorescence is a dense mass hanging downwards, The fruits are globose about 5mm in diameter and green turning red when ripe.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfcx9WW8NuxqTaSalQis0_F9LpbeJXwR8GhVJg6JPZBq20yJYRdXSljLr7_p8YMVmfagl3y5nHACmi3FMksfzMh1UGkgAVYmOXzC0uAfmNYJLNTi0zR4k9asmvWaYN4cmj9Kt59paK5ZdB/s1600-h/Palm+Trees+Caryota+mitis.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 239px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfcx9WW8NuxqTaSalQis0_F9LpbeJXwR8GhVJg6JPZBq20yJYRdXSljLr7_p8YMVmfagl3y5nHACmi3FMksfzMh1UGkgAVYmOXzC0uAfmNYJLNTi0zR4k9asmvWaYN4cmj9Kt59paK5ZdB/s320/Palm+Trees+Caryota+mitis.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419198365857095938" border="0" /></a><br />Fan Palm (Licuala grandis)<br /><br />This solitary fan palm is named after its fan like leaves which are 50 to 60 cm in diameter with coarsely toothed edges. The petiole are 70 to 90 cm long and thorny. Its inflorescence arches 1 to 2 metre long. Flowers are yellowish whereas the fruits are globose 6 to 8 mm in diameter, green turning crimson when ripe.<br /><br /><br /><br />Serdang Palm (Livistona saribus)<br /><br />This solitary palm can still be found growing wild in the swampy forest. The trunk is straight up to between 10 and 20 metres. The fan shaped leaves about 1 metre in dia<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5_D24PeyBubO6i_Y69bR_xQyuXZQyuA73fzUAzTdUkaGUdXn28IW_1Ja8dCatEu6hRYB7uXHGBrhbrMkmJ97B-wDfEiW191dgDStfyCQ2-1lMEgT9g-1J-MybgFDV-EOzNkT_YKP1ex8W/s1600-h/Palm+Trees+Livistona+endauensis+and+Johannesteijismannia+altifrons.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 319px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5_D24PeyBubO6i_Y69bR_xQyuXZQyuA73fzUAzTdUkaGUdXn28IW_1Ja8dCatEu6hRYB7uXHGBrhbrMkmJ97B-wDfEiW191dgDStfyCQ2-1lMEgT9g-1J-MybgFDV-EOzNkT_YKP1ex8W/s320/Palm+Trees+Livistona+endauensis+and+Johannesteijismannia+altifrons.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419197981493965826" border="0" /></a>meter with leaflets deeply divided. Its inflorescence is large, up to 1.5 metre with numerous branches. Flowers are yellowish, whereas the fruits are globose about 2 cm in diameter, purplish turning black when ripe.<br /><br /><br /><br />Sal Palm ( Johannesteijsmannia altifrons)<br /><br />This medium sized stemless palm is a hermaphrodite plant of up to 5 or 7 metres in height. The leaves are large, entire diamond shaped, 3 metre long and 1 metre wide. The petiole is almost the same length as the leaf and has sharp thorns. Its inflorescence is axillary, and the leaves are white in colour whereas the fruits are globose 3 to 3.5 cm in diameter, corky, very knobbly and are almost black in colour.<br /><br /><br /><br />Serdang Endau ( Livistona endauensis)<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr7c-3caB9v51bcFi6k9CJgxcOwU5U-MikISNe8rsLEbSDVelW9Mlqao88I_9dHKPIqBxWqW5jC-KXknJAW3bP2xoyyYRWu69ILn84wtLYk-w62HZpiEcYeiML5Od6-u3iZbKheC6gs4UZ/s1600-h/Palm+Trees+Livistona+endauensis+and+Johannesteijismannia+altifrons+with+PhilaKorea+Overprint.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr7c-3caB9v51bcFi6k9CJgxcOwU5U-MikISNe8rsLEbSDVelW9Mlqao88I_9dHKPIqBxWqW5jC-KXknJAW3bP2xoyyYRWu69ILn84wtLYk-w62HZpiEcYeiML5Od6-u3iZbKheC6gs4UZ/s320/Palm+Trees+Livistona+endauensis+and+Johannesteijismannia+altifrons+with+PhilaKorea+Overprint.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419197975169143426" border="0" /></a><br /><br />This small to medium palmis only found in the forest of Endau-Rompin, Malaysia. the trunk is erect and slender about 20 cm in diameter, carries a crown of palmate with rather stiff segments of green leaves.<br /><br />The endemic palm of Endau-Rompin is now planted in many public parks and gardens as a rare collection of palm.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Technical Details</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Date of Issue</span> : 19th May 2009<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stamp Value</span> : 50 sen (3 Designs)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sheet Content</span> : 20 Values<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWqcUs1iNm8QYA6sl0W69q8o8GuAla509AwcqcmmmtvH6l3anGDkQCNzrVaRJX2dRyRhMQUM9URWKPSuBb_74iRIUo8DR63I5mZ2UXUdunrdzeYnU8TgUhW8Rrm7SAtksEozypcSmHZweM/s1600-h/Palm+Trees+Folder.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 241px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWqcUs1iNm8QYA6sl0W69q8o8GuAla509AwcqcmmmtvH6l3anGDkQCNzrVaRJX2dRyRhMQUM9URWKPSuBb_74iRIUo8DR63I5mZ2UXUdunrdzeYnU8TgUhW8Rrm7SAtksEozypcSmHZweM/s320/Palm+Trees+Folder.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419197588480595842" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Miniature Sheet</span> : RM3<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">First Day Cover Value</span> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Perforation 14</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Paper Watermarked SPM, Phosphor C</span><span style="font-weight: bold;">oated</span><br /><br />[This issue marks the introduction of a new watermark incorporating the flying bird logo of Pos Malaysia and SPM. This watermark is easily viewed under UV light]<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printing Process Lithography</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printer</span> : Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Designer</span> : Hazel Design Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJZ631BJv7TzDOz2uBXIakWemulL8Edp3OEEr279e8aZKGDfl4qxEfMIVai8oNjWYXAnGTiI3kKMrLV38Zz-SEuNzCOKawJTRNUdNHSiP-NeU1Xdmjqug5GeYmkGLSNbVJKG1rNTP8GE2f/s1600-h/Palm+Trees+cover.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 166px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJZ631BJv7TzDOz2uBXIakWemulL8Edp3OEEr279e8aZKGDfl4qxEfMIVai8oNjWYXAnGTiI3kKMrLV38Zz-SEuNzCOKawJTRNUdNHSiP-NeU1Xdmjqug5GeYmkGLSNbVJKG1rNTP8GE2f/s320/Palm+Trees+cover.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419197722599196402" border="0" /></a>Spirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-14077787071467446632009-04-20T12:32:00.004+08:002009-05-02T21:35:49.641+08:00Engineering Excellence in Nation Building Stamp<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheWPDEEc59I8mxHkDhjJfQIm3aA724Q_QbQgxAgQyKG2d9ThZ4zED1CL3dwAavGw7x3BB9TdCo0MpN8PVTWXgk11xvnpDW7IxfbKzes7kAPjRIeLMzNtArolMeqOr7ecK8lq053lpDwS7k/s1600-h/Stamps.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5331217026506117778" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 122px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheWPDEEc59I8mxHkDhjJfQIm3aA724Q_QbQgxAgQyKG2d9ThZ4zED1CL3dwAavGw7x3BB9TdCo0MpN8PVTWXgk11xvnpDW7IxfbKzes7kAPjRIeLMzNtArolMeqOr7ecK8lq053lpDwS7k/s320/Stamps.jpg" border="0" /></a>Engineering has been an integral part in the development of many nations. Great strides have been made in the development of Malaysia ever since we gained our independence in 1957.<br /><br />Closely associated with the nation's progress is The Institute of Engineers Malaysia (IEM) which was established in 1959 with the intention to reflect the independence of Malaysian engineers professionally.<br /><br />In the last 50 years since its inception, IEM as the prime mover of nation building, have strived to promote sound professional engineering practice amongst its members and enhance sound professional engineering practices amongst its members and enhance society's consciousness of science and technology. The Strategic Plan drafted in 1997 was to steer the Institution towards becoming the premier professional organization that is pivotal to Malaysia achieving Vision 2020.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnEqefoiMJuYArlZwSmS1ysGDVRfvX_PUqMdAR_E1BSTshli8C9TgEvMUkQJp0ykkENLyIUXGeCQ8gJgS0iMKedn1qJzLxeSSsRuivvZISxzLWpMb0-rl7dIJ8U2m4L06uNHToizGNKyR7/s1600-h/FDC.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5331217305113035154" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 168px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnEqefoiMJuYArlZwSmS1ysGDVRfvX_PUqMdAR_E1BSTshli8C9TgEvMUkQJp0ykkENLyIUXGeCQ8gJgS0iMKedn1qJzLxeSSsRuivvZISxzLWpMb0-rl7dIJ8U2m4L06uNHToizGNKyR7/s320/FDC.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><strong>Transportation and Ports</strong><br /><br /><strong>Ports</strong>: Penang Port is the transshipment hub of the Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand growth triangle. Port Klang has world-class facilities while the nearby Westport is reputed as the "Fastport, Flexiport and Gardenport of south-East Asia.<br /><br /><strong>Air Transportation</strong>: Malaysia has 37 airports, five of which are international airports, 15 domestic airports and 17 Short Takeoff and Landing airstrips. The biggest airport, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) can handle 25 million passengers per annum and 1.2 million tons of cargo.<br /><br /><strong>Railway</strong>: Peninsular Malaysia is served by railway lines which link the country with Thailand and Singapore as well as another line to the east coast state of Kelantan. The modern city of Kuala Lumpur boasts of an electric commuter train, the KTM Komuter, Light Rail Transport (LRT) and Monorail. Meanwhile, the Express Rail links the city to KLIA.<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>Road Bridge & Dam<br /></strong><br /><strong>Roads</strong>: With an estimated 95% of the goods transported by road, Malaysia’s modern road infrastructure has won praises from foreign investors. The modern North-South Highway and the East-West Highway make it easy to travel by road to any destination in the country.<br /><br /><strong>Bridge</strong>: Bridges are an important element in establishing communication links between towns and cities that are separated by difficult terrain or rivers. The role of bridges has been important in the economic and social development of Malaysia’s enabling transportation links in moving people and goods.<br /><br /><strong>Dams</strong>: The country enjoys high rainfall as well as an extensive network of more than 150 rivers that are sources of water supply. Most Malaysian buildings are served by piped water.<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>Telecommunication and Power</strong><br /><br /><strong>Electricity:</strong> To promote renewable energy the Government initiated the Malaysia Building Integrated Photovoltaic (MPIPV) project in July 2005 to encourage renewable energy among the public and speed up development of a sustainable local market.<br /><br /><strong>Telecommunication:</strong> The National Telecommunication Policy boosted the growth of telecommunication technology and services to support the nation’s development. A multi0million ringgit high speed broadband infrastructure project focusing on the Klang Valley and the Iskandar Development Region would be implemented over the next 10 years.<br /><br /><strong>Information Technology:</strong> Both the rapid development of the telecommunication infrastructure and the expansion of the electronics industry have ushered in the Information Technology era in Malaysia. The ambitious Multimedia Super Corridor has further the growth of the Information Computer Technology (ICT).<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUy4wBAhcUoVuGeOhqHXy-cmB6sU-gKP6wnjtNWimo77vbY5r6HnK7q9jjuOivesobfVgOr6BTGDpA0KzEHepqV971STTszJSOfQDmlz1qHMqatmg2Ob38TzVAoFTtbW2Ud94rpfBkOAjn/s1600-h/folder.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5331217110392236642" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 234px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUy4wBAhcUoVuGeOhqHXy-cmB6sU-gKP6wnjtNWimo77vbY5r6HnK7q9jjuOivesobfVgOr6BTGDpA0KzEHepqV971STTszJSOfQDmlz1qHMqatmg2Ob38TzVAoFTtbW2Ud94rpfBkOAjn/s320/folder.jpg" border="0" /></a>Technical Details</strong><br /><br /><strong>Date of Issue</strong> : 20th April 2009<br /><br /><strong>Stamp Value</strong> : 30 sen (setenent x 2), 50 sen (setenent)<br /><br /><strong>Sheet Content</strong> : 10 Setenant Pairs<br /><br /><strong>First Day Cover Value</strong> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><strong>Perforation</strong> : 14<br /><br /><strong>Paper</strong> : Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated<br /><br /><strong>Printing Process</strong> : Lithography<br /><br /><strong>Printer</strong> : Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><strong>Designer</strong> : Reign Associates Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><br />>>> <a href="http://stampsalbum.blogspot.com/2009/05/engineering-excellence-in-nation.html" mvtw5="0" cfjx1="0">Read more about "Engineering Excellence in Nation Building Stamp"</a> <<<Spirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-15771460997763256562009-04-09T23:44:00.003+08:002009-12-25T23:56:57.696+08:00World Heritage Sites Stamps<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigzmR90C3UbeW3ucfM6Sw6hq2nEprjNea8CxfGTaPyLHhYNCDo0q3e-fb8GpSMP7fCZj-uCQM8jIFlIIKelLghQkq555_ZEQ9zfYJQ1VMiZrYSqP_FWIe6p-iQcvsqVz1kJ_R7OyNIxOnb/s1600-h/UNESCO+World+Heritage.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 110px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigzmR90C3UbeW3ucfM6Sw6hq2nEprjNea8CxfGTaPyLHhYNCDo0q3e-fb8GpSMP7fCZj-uCQM8jIFlIIKelLghQkq555_ZEQ9zfYJQ1VMiZrYSqP_FWIe6p-iQcvsqVz1kJ_R7OyNIxOnb/s320/UNESCO+World+Heritage.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419203242461001794" border="0" /></a>A UNESCO World Heritage Site is a specific site (such as a forest, mountain, desert, monument, complex or city) that has been nominated and confirmed for inclusion on the list maintained by the International World Heritage Program administered by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQKvZkTthFgv9u49nWoJzRGQ6sRKZkbOLibxan8qOURfSGvdoWGnZ73rXTFjtB0tXr5ylOFsec8xbGXtIXbaTMIR0GJJad6GxXDk9jQHMNBaZeE3RDImwuWvhHOVHVOWPQ1upBBsZOQecL/s1600-h/UNESCO+World+Heritage+Sites+Banda+Hilir+Melaka.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 109px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQKvZkTthFgv9u49nWoJzRGQ6sRKZkbOLibxan8qOURfSGvdoWGnZ73rXTFjtB0tXr5ylOFsec8xbGXtIXbaTMIR0GJJad6GxXDk9jQHMNBaZeE3RDImwuWvhHOVHVOWPQ1upBBsZOQecL/s320/UNESCO+World+Heritage+Sites+Banda+Hilir+Melaka.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419203236118578786" border="0" /></a><br />The goal of the program is the conservation of sites deemed to be of outstanding cultural or natural importance to the common heritage of humankind. UNESCO funds numerous efforts to preserve and restore sites in developing nations through the World Heritage Fund. Moreover, World Heritage designations often contribute towards the enhancement of the local economies by encouraging tourism. Each World Heritage brings a certain property of the country on whose territory the site is located, but it is considered in the interest of the international community to preserve and protect each site for our future generation.<br /><br />The designation as a World Heritage Site brings a certain prestige to a location and its home country. Increasing the awareness of a site and its history also increases awareness of the need to preserve and protect.<br /><br />Malaysian is proud of have four sites that have been declared as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The world Heritage Inscription confirms the outstanding universal values of Malacca and George Town, Historic Cities of the Straits of Malacca as the cities with unique cultural assets as well as the exceptional universal conservation values of the natural sites of Kinabalu Park and Mulu National Park.<br /><br /><br /><br />Malacca & George Town<br /><br />Malacca and George town are historic cosmopolitan in the Straits of Malacca, which for more than 500 years saw the unique blending of Portuguese, Dutch, Arab, Chinese, Indian and English cultures with the local indigenous Malay culture, manifested in architectural forms and styles as well as intangible culture. the different cultural groups and traditions has helped to enrich the beautiful traditions and customs of these historic cities.<br /><br />Malacca and George Town were declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 2008 and are listed under three cultural criteria of the World Heritage Convention: as exceptional criteria examples of multicultural trading towns permeated with many layers of historical; as living testimony to cultural and religious diversity reflected in multicultural living heritage and as townscapes of vernacular architecture - especially shop-houses and townhouses.<br /><br />Note: The top corners of the stamps depict windows of the buildings featuring unique architecture with different styles and influences.<br /><br /><br /><br />Mulu National Park<br /><br />Mulu National Park, named after Mount Mulu, the second highest mountain in Sarawak received inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000 for its outstanding universal values of natural environment settings by surpassing four main criteria. Its combination of alluvial clays, impressive canyon, spectacular sandstone and limestone formations, untamed rivers, serene rain forest rich in astonishing numbers of plants and animal species, imposing mountains rank among the world's most outstanding scenery and further add to the variety and specialisation of the park's biology.<br /><br />Within Mulu National Park is Sarawak Chamber which is the world's largest natural underground chamber, Deer Cave which has the largest known cave passage i<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZJ2TDyXp9A7zyR6Y7jn6IR3oZWccG0oQUO_nZ2NhVvC47_VL78DPuC60L1L05mKr9Fyci9j_3o6j0J29N9T0SYMb5NVQP5PLJbPsoxu_cCN1-n2IT9DUa9Ok4g5SdHIiU23yte2YKsK3f/s1600-h/UNESCO+World+Heritage2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 205px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZJ2TDyXp9A7zyR6Y7jn6IR3oZWccG0oQUO_nZ2NhVvC47_VL78DPuC60L1L05mKr9Fyci9j_3o6j0J29N9T0SYMb5NVQP5PLJbPsoxu_cCN1-n2IT9DUa9Ok4g5SdHIiU23yte2YKsK3f/s320/UNESCO+World+Heritage2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419202824052865122" border="0" /></a>n the world housing a staggering two million bats, the Pinnacles of Gunung Api which are up to 45 meters tall forms one of the world's most spectacular limestone landscape and Clearwater Cave, which exposes part of a long underground river going through the park.<br /><br /><br /><br />Kinabalu Park<br /><br />Kinabalu Park, named after Mount Kinabalu, the highest mountain in South East Asia, received inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000, which confirms its exceptional universal values of a natural site and the role as one of the most important biological sites in the world.<br /><br />This park is blessed with an astonishing variety of flora and fauna that ranges over 4 climate zones. The mountain is famous for its many carnivorous plants, mammals, orchid species and birds including the beautiful Scarlet Minivet featured at the top right corner of the stamp<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimGfi1BZoINgDHqIk2lvosNPyMZnv0lHi4u373kuLqWcOit-y8bGNvO1ddp29Aj4MN2tpP7jHHahy_ahnD3jK5xEP9sLPzhNrPBhOTPV5yWVbOi1m2ThF5jIZRAnMg81OdRzzQ9g4CPaeD/s1600-h/UNESCO+World+Heritage+Sites+Cover.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 165px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimGfi1BZoINgDHqIk2lvosNPyMZnv0lHi4u373kuLqWcOit-y8bGNvO1ddp29Aj4MN2tpP7jHHahy_ahnD3jK5xEP9sLPzhNrPBhOTPV5yWVbOi1m2ThF5jIZRAnMg81OdRzzQ9g4CPaeD/s320/UNESCO+World+Heritage+Sites+Cover.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419202993183940466" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Technical Details</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik9ZeGYeQzDVKS7qm-TYiKlLK4Qof9agwXC6ntUaI_1KVxdrnYKrT0wZsS9fjdma2xyN9-re-P334vUxYJniIU0jCcT9KWB9q78Wi-MGidZTGNysoKP6evADCuGLiNWPSuKkG5jYe7nIbx/s1600-h/UNESCO+World+Heritage+Sites+Folder.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 246px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik9ZeGYeQzDVKS7qm-TYiKlLK4Qof9agwXC6ntUaI_1KVxdrnYKrT0wZsS9fjdma2xyN9-re-P334vUxYJniIU0jCcT9KWB9q78Wi-MGidZTGNysoKP6evADCuGLiNWPSuKkG5jYe7nIbx/s320/UNESCO+World+Heritage+Sites+Folder.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419202412563711922" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Date of Issue</span> : 9th April 2009<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stamp Value</span> : 50 sen (4 Designs)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sheet Content</span> : 10 Setenant Pairs<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Miniature Sheet</span> : RM2<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">First Day Cover Value</span> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Perforation 14</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Paper Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printing Process Lithography</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printer </span>: Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Designer </span>: Hazel Design Sdn. Bhd.Spirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-47293233614169168692009-03-23T00:03:00.000+08:002009-12-26T00:08:41.090+08:00Traditional Wedding Costumes Stamps<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh77qFBz2nYNFlySejOrahxUoO_vBRygjeVMTInVrh5tlL3DDF21LxnLsc-mt-OGxNlPvw2aC_Wpu6G_GmURtbfnw6PlY60VRiSSvuIq8OHOMz3A741OgnMvnGeLKKm1x32GU4iEP13X6k9/s1600-h/Traditional+Wedding+Costumes+Stamps.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 91px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh77qFBz2nYNFlySejOrahxUoO_vBRygjeVMTInVrh5tlL3DDF21LxnLsc-mt-OGxNlPvw2aC_Wpu6G_GmURtbfnw6PlY60VRiSSvuIq8OHOMz3A741OgnMvnGeLKKm1x32GU4iEP13X6k9/s320/Traditional+Wedding+Costumes+Stamps.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419206253571840162" border="0" /></a>In today’s modern era, the Malaysian community comprising of various races and many ethnic groups still value the rich legacy of traditional costumes worn during important occasions such as weddings. Each ethnic group has their own heritage of wedding costumes that are unique in their own styles and designs.<br /><br />On the most important day, the attire worn is very beautiful, special yet traditional. The Chinese and Indian couples wear red, while the Orang Ulu and Bajau are colourfully dressed and the Malay couple wears a matching outfit complete with accessories as king and queen for the day.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfS723E3DcO0zUWBZY517wBcsCyckJ-rEg4iGvRF_7PEKouZQES1bXYEmTf-A6Vm4i5yYyXPOH0c_LujwqP_kdIjScwqyXZzZxBlFyhRL0d4vklp8vS90pYOuc7GRsqRVyESDMqFYyq9vp/s1600-h/Traditional+Wedding+Costumes+Stamps+2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 109px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfS723E3DcO0zUWBZY517wBcsCyckJ-rEg4iGvRF_7PEKouZQES1bXYEmTf-A6Vm4i5yYyXPOH0c_LujwqP_kdIjScwqyXZzZxBlFyhRL0d4vklp8vS90pYOuc7GRsqRVyESDMqFYyq9vp/s320/Traditional+Wedding+Costumes+Stamps+2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419206245204739938" border="0" /></a><br />However, all wedding costumes are similar in that the bride and groom look outstanding and magnificent in their bright coloured and grand ensemble, complete with beautiful headdress, unique accessories and magnificent jewellery worn only during weddings.<br /><br /><br /><br />Traditional Malay Wedding Costume<br /><br />The Malay bride and groom look grand in their traditional wedding attire made of songket cloth woven in the pattern of “bunga tabur” The bride wears a “baju kebaya labuh”, a classic style costume with matching “sarung” and long shawl also made from songket. A decorative headgear and other accessories are added as the finishing for her as the queen of the day.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXrdffphnHATtSU-CW_OqcffjI3L-9MFdcr-XyD6QIupbDZBw9xVh169z-FTpTKvZLmuymqfPCodUQXkPdtjiQQhc-cEJS6TDTNqXUZIR0Uvu8o4ESOdV3ylMa2CJvRoUSp2fW1KInP_hyphenhyphen/s1600-h/Traditional+Wedding+Costumes+Booklet.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 286px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXrdffphnHATtSU-CW_OqcffjI3L-9MFdcr-XyD6QIupbDZBw9xVh169z-FTpTKvZLmuymqfPCodUQXkPdtjiQQhc-cEJS6TDTNqXUZIR0Uvu8o4ESOdV3ylMa2CJvRoUSp2fW1KInP_hyphenhyphen/s320/Traditional+Wedding+Costumes+Booklet.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419206265530342786" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Traditional Chinese Wedding Costume<br /><br />The Chinese bridal couple looks resplendent in the traditional wedding costume, reminiscent of a bygone era. The bride is dressed in an embroidered skirt with a matching long red silk jacket and around her neck is a large elaborately decorated detachable collar, resembling the neck feathers of the phoenix. On her head is an ornate headdress made of gilded gold and silver inlaid with kingfisher feathers and embellished with pearls and red pom-poms. The bridegroom’s wedding attire is a long embroidered dragon robe. He wears a black hat with red tassels.<br /><br />The combination of the dragon and phoenix symbolizes the balance of the male and female power. Red, the favourite colour and the “double happiness” symbol shown in the background of the stamp represents luck and signifies love and prosperity.<br /><br /><br /><br />Traditional Indian Wedding Costume<br /><br />The stamp depicts an Indian bride and bridegroom in their traditional colourful wedding attire. The bride is in a beautiful silk saree and matching blouse with gold thread embroidery while the bridegroom is in his “vashtee”, a long-sleeved shirt and matching cotton cloth woven with gold thread. The bride is adorned with flowers in her hair and the garland of flowers round their neck, with flower bouquets in their hands. In the background is a picture of a garland normally used at Indian weddings.<br /><br /><br /><br />Traditional Orang Ulu Wedding Costume<br /><br />The costume for the Orang Ulu bridegroom is an embroidered bead vest and a loin-cloth. The headgear is fashioned from feathers and woven beads. The Orang Ulu bride is in a colourful sequined dress called “basung: and “ta’ah”. The head is beautifully adorned with a "lavung doh".<br /><br />"Bunga Jarau", a wood ornament shown in the background of the stamp is a decorative item used at weddings.<br /><br /><br /><br />Traditional Bajau Wedding Costume<br /><br />The Bajau bridal costume is the "badu sipak"; the yellow blouse made of satin with flared sleeves, showing off an under-blouse of a contrasting hue and the "olos berangkit" which is a full length black wrap-skirt. Other interesting accessories adorn the bride such as "mandapun", a decorative ornament with stylised silver or gold leaves worn around the neckline; "serempak", a two-piece head decoration in the shape of a ship made of gilded silver and "garigai" which are small ornaments dangling down from the hair bun. Silver bangles and jewellery such as the "ingkot pangkat" or the silver coin belt and "keku"; long tapered gold fingercovers complete the finishing touch for the bride.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLx9wcOEbXLo9LznQGQtB_QMePThKZ_6e5ZtmBDHSFKAWvU-d7Dlhzi-QbODDZZU95uivSa-G35MMyf6sE-yLtMhrPxsO6-78iHjfKqQHDtibKcPGwk9nFMZTSLLDUxHokASMJURy1XzTc/s1600-h/Traditional+Wedding+Costumes+Cover.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 172px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLx9wcOEbXLo9LznQGQtB_QMePThKZ_6e5ZtmBDHSFKAWvU-d7Dlhzi-QbODDZZU95uivSa-G35MMyf6sE-yLtMhrPxsO6-78iHjfKqQHDtibKcPGwk9nFMZTSLLDUxHokASMJURy1XzTc/s320/Traditional+Wedding+Costumes+Cover.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419205831477740162" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Technical Details</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5SC9nagvhfbFnrsU4AVIK5vT62oqOOQffLARUn5NElS-dsDYTP1iHOVvDzdFYKRW0jye8apd2em0V_txX_ScRp4olPJ4N0_4FB5AwYr9ApS2Rw5puPUrK0gcU_9fbVP1y-peOWCU9n7dN/s1600-h/Traditional+Wedding+Costumes+Folder.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5SC9nagvhfbFnrsU4AVIK5vT62oqOOQffLARUn5NElS-dsDYTP1iHOVvDzdFYKRW0jye8apd2em0V_txX_ScRp4olPJ4N0_4FB5AwYr9ApS2Rw5puPUrK0gcU_9fbVP1y-peOWCU9n7dN/s320/Traditional+Wedding+Costumes+Folder.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419205691754164706" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Date of Issue</span> : 23rd March 2009<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stamp Value </span>: 50 sen (5 Designs)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sheet Content</span> : 20 Stamps<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Booklet </span>: RM3<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">First Day Cover Value </span>: 30 Sen<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Perforation 14</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Paper Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printing Process Lithography</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printer </span>: Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Designer </span>: Hazel Design Sdn. Bhd.Spirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-76421798712062233082009-02-03T00:11:00.000+08:002009-12-26T00:18:46.105+08:00Silver Jubilee of HRH The Sultan of Perak Stamp<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF3BJflIkIIIUhSR2JzTDu_xr8AfAaHJmPsnKAD-qy8B3W3RjthpDHhlAbQmhlUFWLhmnHYUflC5nfuq7GKLpkoyiOH2HmaIfQUySdPS0sY-AQeaC4ouiYrGQ4cYTAt6NR6VFwySdTcFcf/s1600-h/Silver+Jubilee+of+HRH+The+Sultan+of+Perak+Stamp+_++3.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 302px; height: 186px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF3BJflIkIIIUhSR2JzTDu_xr8AfAaHJmPsnKAD-qy8B3W3RjthpDHhlAbQmhlUFWLhmnHYUflC5nfuq7GKLpkoyiOH2HmaIfQUySdPS0sY-AQeaC4ouiYrGQ4cYTAt6NR6VFwySdTcFcf/s320/Silver+Jubilee+of+HRH+The+Sultan+of+Perak+Stamp+_++3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419208595121338194" border="0" /></a>30 sen<br /><br />The stamp depicts the portrait of His Royal Highness during the installation as the 34th Sultan of Perak on 9th December 1985 at the Balairong Seri of Istana Iskandariah, Bukit Chandan, Kuala Kangsar, Perak. The visual in the background shows His Royal Highness kissing the ceremonial sword Pedang Cura Si Manja Kini and this symbolised the regal splendour of the ceremony.<br /><br />50 sen<br /><br />This stamp portrays His Royal Highness Paduka Seri Sultan Azlan Shah Muhibbuddin Shah as the Head of State and the Head of the State Islamic Religion and Custom. The background features the grand and majestic architecture of Ubudiah Mosque which was once proclaimed as the most beautiful design ever built during its time. It was officially opened in 1917 b<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6pD6gqvYXMkPHcnOek61QuaU49hV9CA91n0-nMhxnDCj2vgAy_5hIPObZlAAvOT7UWZSvxDxpyhryJlWUWd5WI6aKvdoJIrLhFvIap-UFhxcq4JR4ZTIpgN60AwiuJY-CPSHBXNOGkuIo/s1600-h/Silver+Jubilee+of+HRH+The+Sultan+of+Perak+Stamp+_+Stamp.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 301px; height: 184px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6pD6gqvYXMkPHcnOek61QuaU49hV9CA91n0-nMhxnDCj2vgAy_5hIPObZlAAvOT7UWZSvxDxpyhryJlWUWd5WI6aKvdoJIrLhFvIap-UFhxcq4JR4ZTIpgN60AwiuJY-CPSHBXNOGkuIo/s320/Silver+Jubilee+of+HRH+The+Sultan+of+Perak+Stamp+_+Stamp.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419208572583288914" border="0" /></a>y Sultan Abdul Jalil Karamatullah Shah. the Ubudiah Mosque is certainly one of the many pride possession of the state as over the years it has proven to be one of the main tourist attractions.<br /><br />RM1<br /><br />h The stamp depicts His Royal Highness who has reigned the state of Perak for the past 25 years. Throughout his reign the Raja Permaisuri Perak Tuanku Bainun has evidently been a strong and loyal companion as often reflected in their constant appearances together. Both His and His Royal Highnesses represent the nation's sacred belief in family unity. The royal yellow background symbolises the nobility of the Royal Highnesses.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Technical Details</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEji96GYkpBCA2GxOrX3SEFR5ITAAWPcFxX4Ox0VISZUA3Ip0h8XZfSD-6R-QGcrBlUIOdl6wO3KgfJs1ZiHflYlvwYoSPIQ0wYbssc1zswz6bROJXQxsZTjpwOj4AOT1PIXxqwMxVSv0mlZ/s1600-h/Silver+Jubilee+of+HRH+The+Sultan+of+Perak+Stamp+_+Folder.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 221px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEji96GYkpBCA2GxOrX3SEFR5ITAAWPcFxX4Ox0VISZUA3Ip0h8XZfSD-6R-QGcrBlUIOdl6wO3KgfJs1ZiHflYlvwYoSPIQ0wYbssc1zswz6bROJXQxsZTjpwOj4AOT1PIXxqwMxVSv0mlZ/s320/Silver+Jubilee+of+HRH+The+Sultan+of+Perak+Stamp+_+Folder.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419207825746471490" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Date of Issue</span> : 3rd February 2009<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stamp Value</span> : 30 sen, 50 sen & RM1<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sheet Content</span> : 20 Stamps<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">First Day Cover Value</span> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Perforation 14</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Paper Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printing Process Lithography</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printer </span>: Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Designer </span>: Teh Yew KiangSpirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-30941257183222528532009-01-21T12:21:00.001+08:002009-02-01T12:51:09.202+08:00Unique Birds of Malaysia Stamp<div align="justify">Birds have often captivated the imagination and inspiration of mankind. From watching and studying this winged wonders, mankind has learned to appreciate the beauty and uniqueness of these creatures.<br /><br />Malaysia has over 742 species of birds, totaling, about 7% of the worlds population. Approximately 63 of these species are endemic (found no where else in the world) to our country.<br /></div><div align="justify"><div><div><div><div><div><br /> </div><div><div><div><strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzaqIgFQ1NBAtSChAXtisjT9fBayP9G2fg3hjYDy8IjRizZgTJin0dthHH2KDsebaTWtfH3Shzpbnngl3RyWxg6P0opqj4n-sFThdSKaFK-hzN7ZY4MtKxgtuqMMBFWKNTgZ6XNkhSxn3h/s1600-h/Malaysian+Peacock-Pheasant+Stamp.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5297684429780259890" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 274px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 207px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzaqIgFQ1NBAtSChAXtisjT9fBayP9G2fg3hjYDy8IjRizZgTJin0dthHH2KDsebaTWtfH3Shzpbnngl3RyWxg6P0opqj4n-sFThdSKaFK-hzN7ZY4MtKxgtuqMMBFWKNTgZ6XNkhSxn3h/s320/Malaysian+Peacock-Pheasant+Stamp.jpg" border="0" /></a>Malaysian Peacock-Pheasant</strong><br /><br />The Malaysian Peacock-Pheasant (Polyplectron malacense) is one of the gems of Malaysia's bird species and is now on the list as one of the of the four species special or endemic to Peninsular Malaysia. Previously widespread in Thailand and Sumatra, today they are only confined to Central Peninsular Malaysia. The Malaysian Peacock-Pheasant is medium-sized, up to 53 cm long, brownish with blue-green oceilli on its wings, back and tail. It has elongated glossy green crest and bare orange facial skin. The female is smaller and its colours duller. Due to ongoing threats of habitat loss, poaching, small population size and limited range, the Malaysian Peacock-Pheasant is now classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN List ot Threatened Species.<br /></div><br /><div><br /> </div><div><strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZXJMWuCmp-ub_SkTA-rbMfHr851Ie6G_JtyroWBb8v84W3xV7c1A8lpuFkXhogYbP7xzEDOWh-pcebT835bMBpUxO8odv2IDHKfo1NTNdCwVQIFuh9ZeqV9W6tz13K60nIfQq8H8O0swA/s1600-h/Milky+Stork+Stamp.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5297684427495090386" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 273px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 207px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZXJMWuCmp-ub_SkTA-rbMfHr851Ie6G_JtyroWBb8v84W3xV7c1A8lpuFkXhogYbP7xzEDOWh-pcebT835bMBpUxO8odv2IDHKfo1NTNdCwVQIFuh9ZeqV9W6tz13K60nIfQq8H8O0swA/s320/Milky+Stork+Stamp.jpg" border="0" /></a>Milky Stork</strong><br /><br />Milky Stork (Mycteria cinerea) is a large wading bird of freshwater habitat, living in wetlands and wet farmlands across southern Asia. They are also found on the coast, where intertidal wetlands provide food and refuge. Milky Stork can reach a length of 97cm and has a thick, yellowish bill and blackish flight feathers. Both sexes look almost alike. this species can be found in Kampuchea, Peninsular Malaysia and most of the larger Indonesian Islands. </div><br /><div><br /> </div><div><strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidp8Ut1JzZRzqmiUZrO6SyNb0zy9-QE_IpCCzqEOQnmG66k4uQFJhvKAjsOnBquY5SY2k0h0GGoZNSzXobViOX6nS9f6KRsfOe1EKT9pmT1h6lBPhtxyCEQLq-w9i8P0KYj6mVxlr-r2YZ/s1600-h/Malaysian+Whistling+Thrush+Stamp.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5297684428115263266" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 273px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 207px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidp8Ut1JzZRzqmiUZrO6SyNb0zy9-QE_IpCCzqEOQnmG66k4uQFJhvKAjsOnBquY5SY2k0h0GGoZNSzXobViOX6nS9f6KRsfOe1EKT9pmT1h6lBPhtxyCEQLq-w9i8P0KYj6mVxlr-r2YZ/s320/Malaysian+Whistling+Thrush+Stamp.jpg" border="0" /></a>Malaysian Whistling Thrush</strong><br /><br />The Malaysian Whistling Thrush (Myophonus robinsoni) if one of the four endemic birds of Peninsular Malaysia. It is a rare and reclusive bird found in broadleaf evergreen forest, preferring streams as well as hills and highlands. About 26cm in size, the thrush has a small yellowish bill, bright metallic blue and black wings and body. Both sexes look alike. The resident species has also be classified by IUCN as Vulnerable.<br /><strong></strong></div></div><br /><div><div><br /> </div><div><strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtO4xaqwKPtiR5Qn6tvYsbAsCCys4gX6lIan9G6Mb55fZ7euH-z-9ox2fJDoJZo-DXV6Pcl3OHEI2aCmmYONxEgswFhmiMYHAiEjn_GxxH4CLL2GOsqN18g-MSWu4IDinfo5P_8Ch7aphM/s1600-h/Wreathed+Hornbill+and+Plain-pouched+Hornbill+Miniature+Sheet.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5297684431229230514" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 206px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtO4xaqwKPtiR5Qn6tvYsbAsCCys4gX6lIan9G6Mb55fZ7euH-z-9ox2fJDoJZo-DXV6Pcl3OHEI2aCmmYONxEgswFhmiMYHAiEjn_GxxH4CLL2GOsqN18g-MSWu4IDinfo5P_8Ch7aphM/s320/Wreathed+Hornbill+and+Plain-pouched+Hornbill+Miniature+Sheet.jpg" border="0" /></a>Wreathed Hornbill<br /></strong><br />The Wreathed Hornbill (Aceros undulatus) is a colourful species of hornbill found in forests from far north-eastern India and Bhutan, east and south through mainland Southeast Asia and the Greater Sunda.<br /><br />It is about 70 to 100cm in size, with both sexes looking almost alike. These birds prefer broad-leaf evergreen mixed deciduous forests and forest on islands and are found at a maximum elevation of about 1,800 metres.<br /><br />This species has a large range with an estimated global Extent of Ocurrence of 1 million to 10 million km square. Globally, the Wreathed Hornbill is classified by IUCN as "Least Concern" because presently, it numbers seems to be stable.<br /></div><br /><div><strong></strong> </div><div><strong>Plain-pouched Hornbill<br /></strong><br />Worldwide, there are about 54 recognised species of hornbills and Malaysia is home to 10 species.<br /><br />The Plain-pouched Hornbill (Aceros subruficollis) has a rather black body and a pouch without any visible marking, hence the name "plain-pouched". The females have a blue pouch while the males have a yellow pouch. Overall, the Plain-pouched Hornbill closely resembles the Wreathed Hornbill except for the lack of corrugations on its beak and the lack of any visible marking on its pouch.<br /><br />Plain-pouched Hornbills are found at deciduous, dry and humid evergreen forests, mainly in the lowlands and even hills to about 1,000 m elevations. It has a varied diet, mainly comprising of fruits, but also invertebrates and small vertebrates. Plain-pouched Hornbills makes its habitat in the area between south-east Myanmar to northern Peninsular Malaysia.<br /><br />Globally, the Plain-pouched Hornbill is classified as Vulnerable. The mass movement of the Plain-pouched Hornbills across the Belum-Temengor landscape has occurred over a decade since its discovery.<br /><br />The highest number of Plain-pouched Hornbills in the world was documented by the MNS in 2008 at Temengor with a total of 3,261 individuals. </div><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5297686388385986370" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 160px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg_faLW4wujREIw8VgHeAdwYmr0QiN6xR_lcqAYJYpgSbDypEAtqJy22LhfPTceamQCsBQXloQ0Bw5m66wBvu-RBb-KdBloMGMzlQWZSZ3B233VB79RFCAyUSzYJZEkbUIOI6JemvP-0-K/s320/Unique+Birds+of+Malaysia+First+Day+Cover.jpg" border="0" /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5297686386147239442" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 160px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs1UrQMbqUp5XXfs4Q7wqR_qhNJ_5GZq6XNPi-qvLbkbh0ZlAtByVJ9q35m5ncDjQQnzP0r4wih2QVh-MH0L1pU3MlDvFeZa03VgnEubCKqq-zOw86hjbLcaOD1_ljcp2F9BO1svE1UqwW/s320/Unique+Birds+of+Malaysia+First+Day+Cover+2.jpg" border="0" /><br /><div><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWBi0pzHpZ5WiT435cdUrG428atTeqBwPs2nUt6ecOjbScCIpV-PDCUpc0r_VtvxqewcGQMZ8apAFm1H_EiXeo_I2B33q9Ep0PFtN9sjFmUxpf5mzokZ_ji1GeD2o-uSuPpfgCIDIN0zVm/s1600-h/Malaysian+Peacock-Pheasant+Stamp+Sheet.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5297683692134715026" style="WIDTH: 253px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWBi0pzHpZ5WiT435cdUrG428atTeqBwPs2nUt6ecOjbScCIpV-PDCUpc0r_VtvxqewcGQMZ8apAFm1H_EiXeo_I2B33q9Ep0PFtN9sjFmUxpf5mzokZ_ji1GeD2o-uSuPpfgCIDIN0zVm/s320/Malaysian+Peacock-Pheasant+Stamp+Sheet.jpg" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmnhfV_CJ-AjAjVBFkaLkYTo_M8SHyG_zl2CnDBJ1Hr6l6RayOOsyRCIost6J-yS5Ovj703S3tqoeSq9kXt8Ksy5VnDeJWkcoC6y9JH_rBpmqN_IJNtkI952z640bHnJStJmreD5eaMDUX/s1600-h/Milky+Stork+Stamp+Sheet.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5297683129132093666" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 253px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmnhfV_CJ-AjAjVBFkaLkYTo_M8SHyG_zl2CnDBJ1Hr6l6RayOOsyRCIost6J-yS5Ovj703S3tqoeSq9kXt8Ksy5VnDeJWkcoC6y9JH_rBpmqN_IJNtkI952z640bHnJStJmreD5eaMDUX/s320/Milky+Stork+Stamp+Sheet.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgepzI9qVbQ8GLioeFAYQjWRF6740OzSoyUB-XO1NTyNGeDhY7AccpxIy1iXBSu_jNio6roqoSjjxeV6cRYtMgvM87ek1Oj0IYejtERNIAFI0D4KVRPPmY_5XY7cM4l6-gb9xoL-ahwLHCi/s1600-h/Malaysian+Whistling+Thrush+Stamp+Sheet.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5297683693148140242" style="WIDTH: 253px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgepzI9qVbQ8GLioeFAYQjWRF6740OzSoyUB-XO1NTyNGeDhY7AccpxIy1iXBSu_jNio6roqoSjjxeV6cRYtMgvM87ek1Oj0IYejtERNIAFI0D4KVRPPmY_5XY7cM4l6-gb9xoL-ahwLHCi/s320/Malaysian+Whistling+Thrush+Stamp+Sheet.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /></div><br /><div><strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtiTPqCfQtqRjLMLHsjZdqrj80mWdN51rahBkwAz3A5BOdCo3gTkQ-F931vrv_ivk_-JnumP2qnfielnDGA2v3Yhsd0JzpzVGzi2WfFRRw0EwWIFu8xSh3lYCjDZ-qbM3JAb-ATZZM9RDL/s1600-h/Unique+Birds+of+Malaysia+Folder.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5297683128806684738" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 182px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtiTPqCfQtqRjLMLHsjZdqrj80mWdN51rahBkwAz3A5BOdCo3gTkQ-F931vrv_ivk_-JnumP2qnfielnDGA2v3Yhsd0JzpzVGzi2WfFRRw0EwWIFu8xSh3lYCjDZ-qbM3JAb-ATZZM9RDL/s320/Unique+Birds+of+Malaysia+Folder.jpg" border="0" /></a>Technical Details</strong></div><br /><div><strong>Date of Issue</strong> : 21st January 2009<br /><br /><strong>Stamp Value</strong> : 30 sen, 50 sen (2 Designs)</div><br /><div><strong>Sheet Content</strong> : 20 Stamps</div><div><br /><strong>Miniature Sheet Size</strong> : RM5 (Embossed)<br /><br /><strong>First Day Cover Value</strong> : 30 Sen</div><div><br /><strong>Perforation</strong> : 14</div><div><br /><strong>Paper</strong> : Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated</div><div><br /><strong>Printing Process</strong> : Lithography</div><div><br /><strong>Printer</strong> : Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><strong>Designer</strong> : Teh Yew Kiang</div></div></div></div></div></div></div><br /></div>Spirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-90201862850696835052008-12-16T22:09:00.003+08:002008-12-17T22:43:48.441+08:00Premier Schools StampPremier Schools are schools that are over 100 years old which have been selected and awarded as cluster schools due to their achievements in the academic and co-curriculum fields. These schools have produced many national leaders, corporate figures, professionals, sportsman and scholars who have contributed significantly to the growth of Malaysia in this era of globalisation.<br /><br /><strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO5yoLIFAELdGC_O3bNAVdJPpMDuxE-amE1uainHV_pi1iyOU-_NwHL0Yxd1a812vmnH7OEsxlK5JrkjjY6zBwYS1qewPL63rPQQOdjikpQOa1xP7P7YdgVymM4WiYuZ1IcaIlF3aLTeCs/s1600-h/SMK+St.+Thomas+Stamp.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5280769378857215826" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 194px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO5yoLIFAELdGC_O3bNAVdJPpMDuxE-amE1uainHV_pi1iyOU-_NwHL0Yxd1a812vmnH7OEsxlK5JrkjjY6zBwYS1qewPL63rPQQOdjikpQOa1xP7P7YdgVymM4WiYuZ1IcaIlF3aLTeCs/s320/SMK+St.+Thomas+Stamp.jpg" border="0" /></a>SMK St. Thomas<br /></strong><br />SMK St. Thomas is the oldest school in Sarawak. Founded in 1948 by Reverend Francis Thomas Mcdougall, St Thomas. This school was originally located at Sungei Sarawak. It subsequently moved to its present location known as College Hill situated in the center of Kuching City.<br /><br />St. Thomas has created history for Sarawak by becoming a pioneer in many aspects and winning awards at the national level. In 2006, SMK St Thomas was officially recognised as a “Sekolah Lestari” due to it being an environment friendly school.<br /><br /><strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh361DT6OKDdEhGrOk2gxpbydQWoXg6CDzjoE5f-NddT6kwA5a1lkyyRJjiKosBkWlpdsJdEKO0A7FVsufRUmDgpOfZNBDnpzkj9QFmBZlmRVgEvQNe7lLys0yXR2D8jQMvmxtrlHXDQRkG/s1600-h/SMK+Victoria+Stamp.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5280769384068976162" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 196px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh361DT6OKDdEhGrOk2gxpbydQWoXg6CDzjoE5f-NddT6kwA5a1lkyyRJjiKosBkWlpdsJdEKO0A7FVsufRUmDgpOfZNBDnpzkj9QFmBZlmRVgEvQNe7lLys0yXR2D8jQMvmxtrlHXDQRkG/s320/SMK+Victoria+Stamp.jpg" border="0" /></a>SMK Victoria<br /></strong><br />SMK Victoria, better known as Victoria Institution was officiated on 14th August 1893 by Mrs. Hood Treacher, wife of the then Resident of Selangor. SMK Victoria is today a five-star smart school and its 115 years of excellence has resulted in the school being selected as a cluster school in 2007.<br /><br /><strong></strong><div><div><div><div><strong></strong> </div><div><strong></strong> </div><div><strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8p3b4KCJLqQwBLyrgF-PNT4GjcqydCo-hLf2Kdx1egGVljwbEC9gflpoG2gaQoX7VvmQdQh_02mB08F1pLdL46_CDO9Ei9NOlAuOlujJef1ZfFP68EyYZdKNwj1LVzyL6chglQoEauEkK/s1600-h/SMK+Convent+Bukit+Nenas+Stamp.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5280769380232910482" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 196px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8p3b4KCJLqQwBLyrgF-PNT4GjcqydCo-hLf2Kdx1egGVljwbEC9gflpoG2gaQoX7VvmQdQh_02mB08F1pLdL46_CDO9Ei9NOlAuOlujJef1ZfFP68EyYZdKNwj1LVzyL6chglQoEauEkK/s320/SMK+Convent+Bukit+Nenas+Stamp.jpg" border="0" /></a>SMK Convent Bukit Nanas<br /></strong><br />SMK Convent Bukit Nanas is a well-known premier girl’s school in Kuala Lumpur. Built in 1899, this school with its English Gothic architecture is situated on a two-acre site near the peak of Bukit nanas Forest Reserve.<br /><br />SMK Bukit Nanas consistently excelled in the academic and co-curriculum fields. In 2007, this school was selected as a cluster school.<br /><br /><strong></strong></div><div><strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi55GYGUmpakaMY-RUPC49LqVlHy9H-LI40cs1AyOzTeoRsINaPY2E3X3uk0awaamtINiDTiMfbC3niYJrhLxRUy5okSsS4kdhIV3prQ0CA-lvOookXmpSNSALqIJUrakbHQhJhiPNOjcQi/s1600-h/SM+All+Saints+Stamp.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5280769373145584034" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 195px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi55GYGUmpakaMY-RUPC49LqVlHy9H-LI40cs1AyOzTeoRsINaPY2E3X3uk0awaamtINiDTiMfbC3niYJrhLxRUy5okSsS4kdhIV3prQ0CA-lvOookXmpSNSALqIJUrakbHQhJhiPNOjcQi/s320/SM+All+Saints+Stamp.jpg" border="0" /></a>SM All Saints</strong><br /><br />SM All Saints was established as King Edward VII School on 22nd December 1903 and officiated by the Governor E. W. Birch. The new building was built in 1909 in Likas and was officiated by the the Governor Sir Ralph Hone.<br /><br />SM All Saints has played a major role in the growth of education in Sabah and has been awarded as a premier school.<br /><br /></div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5280769216209054738" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 158px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiftU8ToLmDKg0MNpnhyphenhyphenen4znVVObwiG620Iamgmbfkau08WcruAPd4JTsSNpmsjYc-ctzeLVSYZKO-yJN55xuE7HLga2ShWFHOvXVGAqtAxbxRhTB6oAV8nQ33MuiMBfEGg9R79_9Z86kR/s320/Premier+Schools+Cover.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br /><strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigEDI1gZ5t7MnJvTa2zB59hk3dYpeJB85Z581BjVx4NfTLV8DsxmfMQgCewao70pYw0TQt0ODg-mRR_Sn_NPgeaBvRX1m1LhPVhTSEpE3e0wklzWfikpAkmgx7vi3vTaeqhC7XHLrwwdm1/s1600-h/Premier+Schools+Folder.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5280769094181990514" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 221px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigEDI1gZ5t7MnJvTa2zB59hk3dYpeJB85Z581BjVx4NfTLV8DsxmfMQgCewao70pYw0TQt0ODg-mRR_Sn_NPgeaBvRX1m1LhPVhTSEpE3e0wklzWfikpAkmgx7vi3vTaeqhC7XHLrwwdm1/s320/Premier+Schools+Folder.jpg" border="0" /></a>Technical Details</strong><br /><br /><strong>Date of Issue</strong> : 16th December 2008<br /><br /><strong>Stamp Value</strong> : 50 sen (4 Designs)<br /><br /><strong>Sheet Content</strong> : 20 Stamps<br /><br /><strong>First Day Cover Value</strong> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><strong>Paper</strong> : Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated<br /><br /><strong>Printing Process</strong> : Lithography<br /><br /><strong>Printer</strong> : Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><strong>Designer</strong> : Hazel Design </div></div></div>Spirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-1600224042698328852008-12-01T17:05:00.000+08:002008-12-17T22:44:29.400+08:00Malaysian Cartoons - Lat Stamp<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiARVw0tsqp3w5rpAvI3XSSQKTel2WhWCecuGEsQReoTA6d_yD8o6zhCh2LOZxl4kB5ONwf3Jug3sIXkv-eREjN18lx9W-E-Vzv6EyDH3yFd8tz0M0H3RFjCg9OKL1uwUnvgctk6QSxLZL8/s1600-h/Malaysian+Cartoons+Stamps.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5274009326190462850" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: pointer; HEIGHT: 66px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiARVw0tsqp3w5rpAvI3XSSQKTel2WhWCecuGEsQReoTA6d_yD8o6zhCh2LOZxl4kB5ONwf3Jug3sIXkv-eREjN18lx9W-E-Vzv6EyDH3yFd8tz0M0H3RFjCg9OKL1uwUnvgctk6QSxLZL8/s320/Malaysian+Cartoons+Stamps.jpg" border="0" /></a>The younger generation of Malaysian youth will know Lat as the creator of the animation series, Kampung Boy that is shown on Astro Network. The 26-episode animation series from the cartoon book Kampung Boy that was published in 1979 is very popular ever since it was shown in 1998. This animation series is also shown over television in Canada and Germany, and has won The Best Animation Award in Annecy animation Festival, France in 1999.<br /><br />On the other hand, the older generation knows Lat since the 1960's when he became the cartoonist for Berita Minggu newspaper. Since 1974 until today, Lat has been drawing his cartoons in the NST Newspaper.<br /><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">The Kampung </span><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Boy</span><br /><br />The Kampung Boy, a cartoon book published in the 1970's is based on the life of it's creator, Malaysia's renowned cartoonist Dato' Mohd Nor Khalid also famously known as Lat. It tells the life story of a child born and raised in a typical Malaysian village in the 1950s and 1960s, according to the traditional Malay life, living in harmony with nature. The cartoon portray the lighter side of family life, school and home-made games in a rural environment.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiApOCiDqPBomN-pp5F_bD5erMwhpIUvW9UlDOBF5ZZv8kS-zK98jIU77sS2GG8YSNPObQGJGOqdbw5iwuXL5eEOGhOBJXsg2AWNkEao8NQyAVZRpzicSSrfDIhMHEVxEWMyNEs3o-NZ2Hr/s1600-h/Malaysian+Cartoons+First+Day+Cover.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5274009067736379682" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: pointer; HEIGHT: 163px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiApOCiDqPBomN-pp5F_bD5erMwhpIUvW9UlDOBF5ZZv8kS-zK98jIU77sS2GG8YSNPObQGJGOqdbw5iwuXL5eEOGhOBJXsg2AWNkEao8NQyAVZRpzicSSrfDIhMHEVxEWMyNEs3o-NZ2Hr/s320/Malaysian+Cartoons+First+Day+Cover.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Home-made Games</span><br /><br />Riding the upih pinang (pinang frond) was one of the most memorable games in the good old days which brought fun and laughter, especially to those who were "passengers". There were a lot more do-it-yourself games played by the children of yesteryears that are featured in another book titled "Kampung Boy - Yesterday and Today"<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4AJkllTXEE26kFp_FgPiDLMMwBs9CUcA8yZLUeA4SJ3Uy1e87mc890cvj5IluhBSb57WJyjcEL82FtaZqd10U1Z_ztcavAtkS_qbUShKAYv_TSZ26W6htU-J3yN1h19AWyZqaK0jV0-G1/s1600-h/Malaysian+Cartoons+Miniature+Sheet.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5274009060408169410" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: pointer; HEIGHT: 190px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4AJkllTXEE26kFp_FgPiDLMMwBs9CUcA8yZLUeA4SJ3Uy1e87mc890cvj5IluhBSb57WJyjcEL82FtaZqd10U1Z_ztcavAtkS_qbUShKAYv_TSZ26W6htU-J3yN1h19AWyZqaK0jV0-G1/s320/Malaysian+Cartoons+Miniature+Sheet.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">The Fierce Teacher</span><br /><br />One of the favourite and well known characters of Lat's cartoon is Mrs. Hew, Lat's strict teacher. Students of yesteryear were very afraid of their teachers, who played a major role in educating the children. In real life, Mrs. Hew, who is very pretty unlike the cartoon drawing, was one of the many teachers who gave encouragement to Lat to pursue his interest in art as well as to improve the quality of his drawings.<br /><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Town Boy</span><br /><br />Town Boy tells the story about a group of youths and the friendship they shared although they were from different racial and cultural background. It was in fact the different background but same interests that made them become close friends, thus creating funny situations. In Town Boy, it was music that brought Mat and Frankie together.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrzRtZCr_GCboUbPBX3eXGm_7rLEI37zIiSTZ-oVadxT6Coj-xz0gdRwK8M2a1h_g7bW-N_OKcsDyi0GMqv3YLFeYEqPGY2b_pogh1iW35GabSxAYWhG9m7yU4shS7jlKo-mDE3hfTRj3n/s1600-h/Malaysian+Cartoons+Stamp+Booklet.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5274008784605760594" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: pointer; HEIGHT: 57px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrzRtZCr_GCboUbPBX3eXGm_7rLEI37zIiSTZ-oVadxT6Coj-xz0gdRwK8M2a1h_g7bW-N_OKcsDyi0GMqv3YLFeYEqPGY2b_pogh1iW35GabSxAYWhG9m7yU4shS7jlKo-mDE3hfTRj3n/s320/Malaysian+Cartoons+Stamp+Booklet.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-KfJRmDV2DQSh1Q3aQA6biylBfuOV7-PE1y8I2_cH4rYjXJnYL-aG2QGeWGk7FzH2Oa-W_qtdU1oD2K5yvbGGRWtDh0a0lIIU4HwOhxtPk3MFdjbrxx2NpgA1mtMj92RdmwzmanRKyNHH/s1600-h/Malaysian+Cartoons+Folder.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5274008613846480546" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; WIDTH: 238px; CURSOR: pointer; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-KfJRmDV2DQSh1Q3aQA6biylBfuOV7-PE1y8I2_cH4rYjXJnYL-aG2QGeWGk7FzH2Oa-W_qtdU1oD2K5yvbGGRWtDh0a0lIIU4HwOhxtPk3MFdjbrxx2NpgA1mtMj92RdmwzmanRKyNHH/s320/Malaysian+Cartoons+Folder.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Technical Details</span><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Date of Issue</span> : 1st December 2008<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Stamp Value</span> : 50 sen (Strip of 4)<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Sheet Content</span> : 20 Stamps<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Miniature Sheet Size</span> : RM5<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Stamp Booklet</span> : 30 sen x 5 x 2 (RM3)<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">First Day Cover Value</span> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Perforation</span> : 14<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Paper</span> : Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Printing Process</span> : Lithography<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Printer</span> : Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Designer</span> : Hazel DesignSpirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-91792057701669789062008-11-11T15:46:00.001+08:002008-11-29T17:31:46.969+08:00Seashells of Malaysia Stamp<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGLTLoEuR9P0DIph4yFZDBhLIf6K_MosL4pV0Pl_VJYr3OVEr_Yo_CJJCpZRomuf9hpxMkERFSq8Va1KCV2MVejoMBoKejX3wWBiSg9xYFEg68jmt88k6DmzrT5RyObqqZCJcbMOA91ezY/s1600-h/SeashellsofMalaysia_Stamps.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 278px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGLTLoEuR9P0DIph4yFZDBhLIf6K_MosL4pV0Pl_VJYr3OVEr_Yo_CJJCpZRomuf9hpxMkERFSq8Va1KCV2MVejoMBoKejX3wWBiSg9xYFEg68jmt88k6DmzrT5RyObqqZCJcbMOA91ezY/s320/SeashellsofMalaysia_Stamps.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5266563463461735554" border="0" /></a>Seashells are the hard protective layer of a marine animal, typically that of marine invertebrates. Seashells are commonly attributed to marine molluscs which has various sub-categories such as gastropods (e.g. snails), bivalves (e.g. clams) and chitons.<br /><br />Seashells are commonly found deposited along the sea shore by waves and tides. Only the shells are washed up onto the beach empty and clean, the animal already having died and rotted away or have been eaten b predators or scavengers. Seashells come in a variety of shape, sizes and colours depending on the species. The presence of a particular species in the area is usually indicative of the water quality and hydrology.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB57MhY2ycCCymNCefSeUhFsoIRqIXEpKAxKv0Biu5-bK4okhNJK1hQW10MFILyalgMqeqsoK5M3NmmeMtb7DXZKuWda_8LOQzDwNcZaMxKeCCBbK32bnMmCKkgibHSh-aTVCK3mme2wpb/s1600-h/SeashellsofMalaysia_MiniatureSheet.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 217px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB57MhY2ycCCymNCefSeUhFsoIRqIXEpKAxKv0Biu5-bK4okhNJK1hQW10MFILyalgMqeqsoK5M3NmmeMtb7DXZKuWda_8LOQzDwNcZaMxKeCCBbK32bnMmCKkgibHSh-aTVCK3mme2wpb/s320/SeashellsofMalaysia_MiniatureSheet.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5266563469960160834" border="0" /></a>Collecting empty seashells b beachcombers is a harmless hobby but the majority of seashells are collected alive and in bulk for commercial trade and this exploitation causes negative impact on the rarer species.<br /><br />This species is typically found on sandy banks, inside barrier reefs. During the day, they burrow down into the sand and at dusk move out to hunt.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Burnt Murex (Chicoreus brunneus) - 30 sen</span><br /><br />Normally found in coral reef areas in Malaysian waters and well-known for its beautiful spines. It is a carnivore which feeds on bivalves.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcJzaX8eboupsWMPTF_V2CJVwQR4mP7DY58gYaVt3yDdD9nuua4bNq3TBEuUHLdnCGpp8z5ZeAY_puTLr3JzNvUop1ZlgEO8LRZHG6CXkbTH7JPprKwG2Blb67Zo57_x3rR6VTVCxtJ-xm/s1600-h/SeashellsofMalaysia_FDC.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 162px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcJzaX8eboupsWMPTF_V2CJVwQR4mP7DY58gYaVt3yDdD9nuua4bNq3TBEuUHLdnCGpp8z5ZeAY_puTLr3JzNvUop1ZlgEO8LRZHG6CXkbTH7JPprKwG2Blb67Zo57_x3rR6VTVCxtJ-xm/s320/SeashellsofMalaysia_FDC.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5266563471760218402" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Frog Shell (Tutufa rubeta) - 50 sen</span><br /><br />This species usually hides among shallow reefs or rocks using its rock-like shell as a great camouflage.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Triton's Trumpet (Charonia tritonis) - 50 sen</span><br /><br />This species feeds on starfish. Traditionally, it is used as a trumpet by natives of other cultures.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Venus Comb Murex (Murex pecten) - RM2</span><br /><br />This species is normally found on sandy sea beds. It has more than 100 spines which protect it from predators and also prevent it from sinking into the soft sandy sea bed.<br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_0wIv3wMAskgA4DL0doK84oMhQSVTAFrVmqiZ6qqnsYVj37tbxA38_O3nUEPkXaqpO-ECDdPWsaHtJZTvxB4pYdIbc8W-8NIZcjHo3L0L3OaD3BCap7PVp6r8STlLIDsKeSpjHkL5LOTD/s1600-h/SeashellsofMalaysia_PresentationPack.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 163px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_0wIv3wMAskgA4DL0doK84oMhQSVTAFrVmqiZ6qqnsYVj37tbxA38_O3nUEPkXaqpO-ECDdPWsaHtJZTvxB4pYdIbc8W-8NIZcjHo3L0L3OaD3BCap7PVp6r8STlLIDsKeSpjHkL5LOTD/s320/SeashellsofMalaysia_PresentationPack.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5266563164043099234" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Technical Details</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Date of Issue</span> : 11th November 2008<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stamp Value</span> : 30 sen (2 designs) & 50 sen (2 designs)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sheet Content</span> : 20 Stamps<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">First Day Cover Value</span> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Miniature Sheet</span> : RM2<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvM3eWjI4yrXLWIbT-dSUmq9pHymGad2JsHZr8irPTknIj-UA1VVrjr3b1PUEZrsaPhcGxUrRrmVxxzmJTrACMeRYM6u-045oCzyMc98hAnan1bx6cbKW_rF94eH4Jp0ckq7YRHY8avCPx/s1600-h/SeashellsofMalaysia_Folder.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 282px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvM3eWjI4yrXLWIbT-dSUmq9pHymGad2JsHZr8irPTknIj-UA1VVrjr3b1PUEZrsaPhcGxUrRrmVxxzmJTrACMeRYM6u-045oCzyMc98hAnan1bx6cbKW_rF94eH4Jp0ckq7YRHY8avCPx/s320/SeashellsofMalaysia_Folder.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5266563052365341586" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Miniature Sheet Size</span> : 90mm x 60mm<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stamp in M/S Size</span> : 60mm x 40mm<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Presentation Pack</span> : RM4<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Folder Value</span> : RM 5.50<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Perforation </span>: 14<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Paper </span>: Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printing Process</span> : Lithography<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printer</span> : Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Designer</span> : Hazel DesignSpirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-61450605907921277132008-10-26T23:21:00.005+08:002008-11-09T15:46:34.091+08:00National Angkasawan Programme Stamp<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNMjpro3P2x99tNMv14o-hqoimYkuEbmCLu76g2iltjTJL_0WkLJgmWFv43XfiuWIYjvIUprjryVPLuc3qOyBoxsZVa1hdQ9OVtXjCA8w3oVMH7sZbscplhYlqeHw1341C2Fk-dZdcLS9L/s1600-h/NationalAngkasawanProgramme_Stamps.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 165px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNMjpro3P2x99tNMv14o-hqoimYkuEbmCLu76g2iltjTJL_0WkLJgmWFv43XfiuWIYjvIUprjryVPLuc3qOyBoxsZVa1hdQ9OVtXjCA8w3oVMH7sZbscplhYlqeHw1341C2Fk-dZdcLS9L/s320/NationalAngkasawanProgramme_Stamps.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5261484672736040834" border="0" /></a>National Space Agency (ANGKASA), Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovations has been given the responsibility of commissioning the process of selecting the national astronaut (Angkasawan Negara). The process reached its peak when two out of the four final candidates was chosen and announced by the Prime Minister of Malaysia before they go through the Astronaut Training Program for 18 months in Russia.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoqpoupGNL9-VvR3ehNPX9lRFMLBI6pQI4zVgHji239uzWPm4UVcX9y1asRY3TlIX5iTRdh6l0FadoyYDgA6M2jZ6xl866StLKpS4-5dWlSgppwpgZ0DzZxfzmGwdEyh8O8TEOLsjHvhVa/s1600-h/NationalAngkasawanProgramme_MiniatureSheet.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 227px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoqpoupGNL9-VvR3ehNPX9lRFMLBI6pQI4zVgHji239uzWPm4UVcX9y1asRY3TlIX5iTRdh6l0FadoyYDgA6M2jZ6xl866StLKpS4-5dWlSgppwpgZ0DzZxfzmGwdEyh8O8TEOLsjHvhVa/s320/NationalAngkasawanProgramme_MiniatureSheet.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5261484671552517746" border="0" /></a>The Malaysian people and the country has benefited from this program mainly in the fields of science and technology. This include Space Medicine, Aviation Medicine, Life Science, Environmental Science and Physics where scientists are able to involve themselves to create and design experiments that could be carried out in a unique enviroment. These researchers will benefit selected industries such as in the medical and Aerospace Industries while working towards achieving a scientific society.<br /><br />This is a pioneer program for this country to cater the next generation into exploring new technologies that is capable of bringing into existence another advantage for Malaysia to compete in the global arena.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihqVcFlQ8xgOPCuz_isIQQM_Z0jTXMJ9uhgAgczGtTTjB_cx9eZaGVqcm2uXbqKdEaFLyx3R-IQ5bG0goIlmPvaLko2BLoPbwwB_71P12XZ12x-wARbFijS9-kbEuB9Mr_ZyYNQAg782vK/s1600-h/NationalAngkasawanProgramme_FDC1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 166px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihqVcFlQ8xgOPCuz_isIQQM_Z0jTXMJ9uhgAgczGtTTjB_cx9eZaGVqcm2uXbqKdEaFLyx3R-IQ5bG0goIlmPvaLko2BLoPbwwB_71P12XZ12x-wARbFijS9-kbEuB9Mr_ZyYNQAg782vK/s320/NationalAngkasawanProgramme_FDC1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5266560563979498546" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">30 sen - Soyuz TMA-11</span><br />Rocket brought first Malaysian Spaceman to the International Space Station on 10th October 2007.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">50 sen - Micro-gravity Science Experiment</span><br />One of the objectives of the National Space Program is to send Malaysian Spaceman to ISS and conduct beneficial activities to the country and its people especially in science and technology development for both the present and in the future. The major activity in the International Space Station involves conducting microgravity science research. Some of the experiments that were conducted are regarding cells, microbes and protein in space.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh18v6f48b0Z_4haGPrghQW_3OnW10npp6ADJ1K0YUSo8vK5MLocqBHxoFEQe17gQs42GI4jrt_-wlPTTxBr94my8I_RSPq7-qXYGtrSDwjR_P1evj6Bz4cOSAwFleULgVt276YwmkkLG6w/s1600-h/NationalAngkasawanProgramme_FDC2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 168px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh18v6f48b0Z_4haGPrghQW_3OnW10npp6ADJ1K0YUSo8vK5MLocqBHxoFEQe17gQs42GI4jrt_-wlPTTxBr94my8I_RSPq7-qXYGtrSDwjR_P1evj6Bz4cOSAwFleULgVt276YwmkkLG6w/s320/NationalAngkasawanProgramme_FDC2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5266560567420241394" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">50 sen - International Space Station (ISS)</span><br />The International Space Station (ISS) is the largest International scientific project ever produced. It's an outcome of collaboration between countries such as the United States, Russia, Japan, Canada and other eleven European countries. The station is generated by solar power which will produce 110 kilowatts of power once it is equipped. Laboratory and habitation modules will support a permanent international crew of seven astronauts. ISS will act as a platform for Earth and space observation and the experiments conducted on board will help produce new materials and pharmaceutical products. which can only be carried out in a microgravity environment.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Miniature Sheet RM2 - Liftoff</span><br />Malaysian Spaceman, Dr. Sheikh Muszaphar Syukor Al-Masrie was lauched to space at 9.21 p.m. (Malaysian Time) on 10th October 2207 from Baikonur Cosmodrome, Kazakhstan on board the Soyuz TMA-11 rocket. This marks a significant milestone in Malaysia's history where for the first time ever, a Malaysian was successfully able to go to outer space and this is indeed a catalyst for future space exploration projects.<br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh67O4HucCk3OHsH_lcjrRDk01_biWIpZH3l08x04ANy5-1ySVfZtLQZ_7YCng7Od1eY6vYK9qHe-VvztZPxqyb1ASpcWQM6oC5W-tRP6QU72ojdvL006qOhqRZ2vKWZZXq0tdkY2ghGW7k/s1600-h/NationalAngkasawanProgramme_Folder.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 242px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh67O4HucCk3OHsH_lcjrRDk01_biWIpZH3l08x04ANy5-1ySVfZtLQZ_7YCng7Od1eY6vYK9qHe-VvztZPxqyb1ASpcWQM6oC5W-tRP6QU72ojdvL006qOhqRZ2vKWZZXq0tdkY2ghGW7k/s320/NationalAngkasawanProgramme_Folder.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5261484502466654594" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Technical Details</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Date of Issue</span> : 21st October 2008<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stamp Value</span> : 30 sen, 50 sen (2 designs)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sheet Content</span> : 20 Stamps<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">First Day Cover Value</span> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Perforation</span> : 14<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Paper</span> : Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printing Process</span> : Lithography<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printer</span> : Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Designer</span> : Hazel Design Sdn. Bhd.Spirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-68513081754179078542008-10-09T00:00:00.003+08:002008-10-27T13:42:57.683+08:00Unique Flowers Stamp<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwg7L19EsOM9C1d3jovSrdrLyS9iTVTWErZkM1_0AGerMy-OhkLQS6069AuN2rqlCPV6URMxGVnfoy26Mhqy0fhkH05ShpzxzD8_yOhi9oxjBPYrphHclj_NZEqtbQf0tI2WlGDznloKJV/s1600-h/UniqueFlowers_Stamp.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5254803924985249426" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; CURSOR: pointer" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwg7L19EsOM9C1d3jovSrdrLyS9iTVTWErZkM1_0AGerMy-OhkLQS6069AuN2rqlCPV6URMxGVnfoy26Mhqy0fhkH05ShpzxzD8_yOhi9oxjBPYrphHclj_NZEqtbQf0tI2WlGDznloKJV/s320/UniqueFlowers_Stamp.jpg" border="0" /></a>There are many varieties of flowers found in Malaysia and there are some species that are attractive and unique due to their special shape or rare fragrance. Most traditional Malay landscape comprise of plants with fragrant flowers, leaves and wood. In fact, most traditional poetry refer to these unique traits.<br /><br />The issuance of this Unique Flower stamps is an effort to increase the awareness of such flowers as well as to popularize Malaysian flowers.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmSOmJDtDmz2046WUrmkr1R-hKEsy0OqyeKTv2yBxkydhqiMX5Rt2QtXYY0zNDdYKY18qmWyyGqYgdup6qFFkUxI0pNZRd0OOEqP0IcstZ3BO0d2hWSS5LecGD5AjBMozxltD6oSoZoyc7/s1600-h/UniqueFlowers_MiniatureSheet.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5254803926345066866" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; CURSOR: pointer" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmSOmJDtDmz2046WUrmkr1R-hKEsy0OqyeKTv2yBxkydhqiMX5Rt2QtXYY0zNDdYKY18qmWyyGqYgdup6qFFkUxI0pNZRd0OOEqP0IcstZ3BO0d2hWSS5LecGD5AjBMozxltD6oSoZoyc7/s320/UniqueFlowers_MiniatureSheet.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Kenerak (Goniothalamus tapis) - 30 sen</span><br /><br />Kenerak is a shrub or small tree up to 3 metres high with ascending branches and short twigs forming conical or uneven crown. Leaves are oblong in shape, widest near apex and bluntly tipped, 12 to 24 cm long, 6 to 11 cm wide, dull yellow green. Flowers grow solitary on leaf twigs hanging from short stalks. Calyx is green in colour, and outer petals are cream white or pale yellowish and very fragrant. The fruits are ellipsoid, 1.2cm long, red in colour and turn purplish black as it ripens.<br /><br />Kenerak is often planted in Malay villages, especially in Kelantan and Terengganu. The flowers are often sold in the markets.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-Do0dQHmLqsAhwwVWTO8w_D2KcRBSTUBXecBCXomf7JPGiWKCG5Hc1l5oWBVsw3R0VWKSQjpam9NFzeGE8tlVWYPFRf-5lcBfvFiBeEAO2qEQvD4USL2R_PkYx8QyUByLcHVsAy5xmIFQ/s1600-h/UniqueFlowers_FDC1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5261490120827182242" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: pointer; HEIGHT: 162px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-Do0dQHmLqsAhwwVWTO8w_D2KcRBSTUBXecBCXomf7JPGiWKCG5Hc1l5oWBVsw3R0VWKSQjpam9NFzeGE8tlVWYPFRf-5lcBfvFiBeEAO2qEQvD4USL2R_PkYx8QyUByLcHVsAy5xmIFQ/s320/UniqueFlowers_FDC1.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Climbing Lily (Gloriosa superba) - 30 sen</span><br /><br />This plant is a species of lily that climbs up to 2.5 metres in height, aided by tendril-like tips at its narrow lance-shaped leaves. The flowers are attractive and unique with narrow yellow and red curly edged petals. When it blooms, the flower turns inside out and points upwards with the stamens and pistil more or less horizontal. The plant has underground bulb which is poisonous.<br /><br />The plant is cultivated in Malaysian gardens for its unique and attractive flowers. Malays call it Bunga Kembang Songsang because when the flowers are fully bloomed the petals are inverted.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTc_5UMozYAkiZsRVGXLRe3cxxj1SS6DPm0qe2YCFw3QD4jGwfoD7JfH3BU6VOruVnMC6zgyPZj10-GMrPOx3ipSZVI_foZHNBR_nIJOd1dutnvDgQEENvEhwwY92QaBEZ0VF_Rga33yzr/s1600-h/UniqueFlowers_FDC2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5261490123201737874" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: pointer; HEIGHT: 165px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTc_5UMozYAkiZsRVGXLRe3cxxj1SS6DPm0qe2YCFw3QD4jGwfoD7JfH3BU6VOruVnMC6zgyPZj10-GMrPOx3ipSZVI_foZHNBR_nIJOd1dutnvDgQEENvEhwwY92QaBEZ0VF_Rga33yzr/s320/UniqueFlowers_FDC2.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Rangoon Creeper (Quisqualis indica) - 50 sen</span><br /><br />Rangoon Creeper is a climbing shrub and planted as ornamental plant because of its unique flowers. It can also be found growing wild, escaped from cultivation. The flowers are very attractive and borne in short clusters. the flower tube is 5 cm long and the petals are white but turn red when matured. The flower blooms at bight and very fragrant.<br /><br />The plant is often planted as climber on fences, on specially prepared pergola or left to climb on big trees.<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Banana Shrub (Michelia figo) - 50 sen</span><br /><br />The shrub is about 1 to 2 metres high, branched to form bush-shaped canopy. The leaves are elliptical in shape, 5 to 10 cm long, 2 to 6 cm wide with short petiole and dark green in colour. The flowers are about 3 to 4 cm in diameter when fully opened, the bracts are brownish and hairy and the petals are yellowish white with slightly purplish base. The flowers are fragrant reminiscent of banana. In Malaysia the plants seldom bear fruits.<br /><br />The Chinese community use the flowers to fragrant tea and the Malays use the flowers in aromatic bath and potpourri.<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Gooseneck Cactus (Epiphyllum oxypetalum) - RM5</span><br /><br />A slender herb under the family of cactaceae grows up to 1 to 3 metre. It has a short main stem and long irregular branches that are flat and look like leaves that are jointed with edges that are scalloped , green or slightly brownish, about 6 to 10 cm with 20 to 25 cm long. The large white flowers are nocturnal, very fragrant with slender curved red tubes and red to yellow sepals and numerous white linear or ovate petals. The white stamens are numerous and the style is yellowish white or red and tipped with a lobed stigma.<br /><br />The Chinese believe that Keng Hwa brings luck and used to grow them in big pots and placed them in front of their houses. It is associated with the belief that when the flowers open at midnight, fairies come out and bring luck.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgibYrhvEPbTVhQgT6tD1ew_aOQRu8_c5Jm9_jgsq0zBveCZ7RHCxbjGGxCdshrOatR4-xobvsloChh_6hYXyeG1Z0QyXp1_FjFLMv0P2adga9XmueTfcPgIP-7CvDIrlKI8HGxQY30PPda/s1600-h/UniqueFlowers_PresentationPack.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5254803485531503586" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: pointer; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgibYrhvEPbTVhQgT6tD1ew_aOQRu8_c5Jm9_jgsq0zBveCZ7RHCxbjGGxCdshrOatR4-xobvsloChh_6hYXyeG1Z0QyXp1_FjFLMv0P2adga9XmueTfcPgIP-7CvDIrlKI8HGxQY30PPda/s320/UniqueFlowers_PresentationPack.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBT6rMwqbYiw5gE_zGQBZB-vUtWWFAbDQNLS-VGeZpA2cEZ5lOvy3IUSYhP1Gp2NPMpkZBHtXudF7ey9pJYL2LB7EJhs4WRkq9_J24GhoRrHNXaA8x588VjYbiIImNptTV_PEw_D2q2Xjj/s1600-h/UniqueFlowers_Folder.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5254803330496195426" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; CURSOR: pointer" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBT6rMwqbYiw5gE_zGQBZB-vUtWWFAbDQNLS-VGeZpA2cEZ5lOvy3IUSYhP1Gp2NPMpkZBHtXudF7ey9pJYL2LB7EJhs4WRkq9_J24GhoRrHNXaA8x588VjYbiIImNptTV_PEw_D2q2Xjj/s320/UniqueFlowers_Folder.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Technical Details</span><br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Date of Issue</span> : 9th October 2008<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Stamp Value</span> : 30 sen (setenent) & 50 sen (setenent)<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Sheet Content</span> : 20 Stamps<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">First Day Cover Value</span> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Miniature Sheet (Spot Varnish)</span> : RM5<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Perforation</span> : 14<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Paper </span>: Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Printing Process</span> : Lithography<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Printer</span> : Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Designer</span> : Hazel Design<br /><br /><br />>>> <a href="http://stampsalbum.blogspot.com/2008/10/unique-flowers-stamp.html">Read more about "Unique Flowers Stamp"</a> <<<Spirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2123680117635924624.post-9373517421134752382008-09-16T23:29:00.000+08:002008-09-21T12:36:51.248+08:00Royal Headgear Stamp<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpWS9dnBHRLbreIFgPk4jd4NEzJHALh8l9Uij12TXPbBpOJTPbtr5OlViwsBnszUg38_uvxV-7yCBD6TP-WCBG9uxgrph0GpOdEYpc0UirOUQIibWFPk0_8fQBbfLB3zW_clBEIn2pRjJh/s1600-h/Royal_Headgear_Stamps.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpWS9dnBHRLbreIFgPk4jd4NEzJHALh8l9Uij12TXPbBpOJTPbtr5OlViwsBnszUg38_uvxV-7yCBD6TP-WCBG9uxgrph0GpOdEYpc0UirOUQIibWFPk0_8fQBbfLB3zW_clBEIn2pRjJh/s320/Royal_Headgear_Stamps.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5247016182397421970" border="0" /></a>The Royal Headdress or "Tengkolok" is part of the ceremonial attire of the Malay Rulers. For centuries, Malay Rulers had been wearing headdress made of woven silk fabric that is shaped into different styles for a few hundred years as part of their regalia since the days of the Malay sultanate. This headdress is also called "Destar" and the style of folding is called solek, The colours of the headdress varies from one state to another. There are various styles of folding, among them Anak Gajah Menyusu, Lang Menyusur Angin, Garam Sebuku (Getam Pekasam), Pucuk Pisang Patah, Ayam Patah Kepak and Dendam Tak Sudah.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxNGWsiKFBt_ASc2yIgjycpCsDeVCNBWO1VEHLgRg3uJ9lqHTj6HlW2pZ-83COr_DMOqY9Tmgg20F-63zMiV2lOI_MGiHDQgMUrAUCMx81Ubhop4nj_3vYdRd1AgB6cT3JvIj50l_2pzMd/s1600-h/RoyalHeadgear+_FDC.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxNGWsiKFBt_ASc2yIgjycpCsDeVCNBWO1VEHLgRg3uJ9lqHTj6HlW2pZ-83COr_DMOqY9Tmgg20F-63zMiV2lOI_MGiHDQgMUrAUCMx81Ubhop4nj_3vYdRd1AgB6cT3JvIj50l_2pzMd/s320/RoyalHeadgear+_FDC.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5247016188967905490" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Headdress of Seri Paduka Baginda Yang Dipertuan Agong</span><br /><br />The royal headdress worn by His Majesty the Yang Dipertuan Agong during his Majesty's Coronation is made of black fabric with gold embroideries. This Destar is know as the Dendam Tah Sudah and its style originated from Negeri Sembilan. The front of the destar is affixed with a crescent, a fourteen-pointed star made of platinum and in the middle star is the colourful Malaysian emblem.<br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifOiwzo6W8TsogbnpmzAb7Skg-Pl7P5n56aW26m5KSS3_zj_a_4XQXDl3Omk6071s6zhiUnAKyu6YBlUmx2jaaASeq-Nk3rcrrvsAlR5VvRtYs8RmqaT9jDxAQo2tgsJZNotciHrUzE_Gy/s1600-h/RoyalHeadgear+_Folder.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifOiwzo6W8TsogbnpmzAb7Skg-Pl7P5n56aW26m5KSS3_zj_a_4XQXDl3Omk6071s6zhiUnAKyu6YBlUmx2jaaASeq-Nk3rcrrvsAlR5VvRtYs8RmqaT9jDxAQo2tgsJZNotciHrUzE_Gy/s320/RoyalHeadgear+_Folder.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5247015929142295826" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Technical Details</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Date of Issue</span> : 16th September 2008<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stamp Value</span> : 50 sen x 10 Designs<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stamp Size</span> : 32mm x 27mm<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sheet Content</span> : 20 Stamps<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">First Day Cover Value</span> : 30 Sen<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Perforation</span> : 14<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Paper</span> : Watermarked SPM, Phosphor Coated<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printing Process</span> : Lithography<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Printer</span> : Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn. Bhd.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Designer</span> : Prof. Dato' Raja Zahabuddin Raja YaacobSpirithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09480077364678942372noreply@blogger.com0